WASHINGTON—The Heritage Foundation today announced that Brian Phillips will join the organization as Vice President of Communications, leading Heritage’s media and public relations, digital content and production, marketing, and creative services.

Phillips brings significant experience helping policymakers, candidates, and public policy organizations communicate complex ideas to broad audiences. He is returning to Heritage after beginning his career on Heritage’s Media Relations team more than 20 years ago.

Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts welcomed Phillips, stating:

“Brian is one of the most effective communicators in the conservative movement. He understands how to connect timeless conservative principles with the issues Americans care about most. Brian’s experience and commitment to our mission will strengthen Heritage’s ability to reach new audiences, elevate our scholars, and advance policies that expand freedom, opportunity, and prosperity. Having worked with Brian, I have seen his professional acumen firsthand, so I know that everyone at Heritage – and the conservative movement – will benefit from his expertise.”

Phillips joins Heritage from the Texas Public Policy Foundation, where he served as Chief Communications Officer and helped elevate the organization’s influence on major state and national policy debates. Prior to that, Phillips was Director of Rapid Response for Sen. Ted Cruz’s presidential campaign and previously served as Communications Director for Sen. Mike Lee.

Brian Phillips remarked on his new role:

“The Heritage Foundation plays a defining role in shaping the conservative movement – as it has for more than five decades. Heading into a consequential year for the country, Heritage remains at the center of the policies and ideas that will shape America’s future. I’m excited to join this talented team and help ensure Heritage’s work reaches the audiences and decision-makers who can turn ideas into action.”