Hello, I'm Phil.

I like to build awesome things with other people.

For most of my career, that’s meant working with diverse teams of people, figuring out how to get the best out of each of them, taking great ideas and making them ridiculously great ideas, and running full-speed through the obstacle course of bringing them into the world.

Those experiences directly shape my work today to build incredible teams – translating company vision and values into what it feels like to work together, designing an employer brand that attracts the best talent, and helping that talent succeed amidst the changing landscape of work.

Areas of Focus

Recruiting & Talent Strategy

Leading recruiting teams, building strong pipelines and referral networks, and aligning recruiting strategies with DE&I goals. Building onboarding programs that set up new hires for success from day one. Translating the company culture into an employer brand that attracts the world’s best talent.

Culture & Workplace Experience

Everything from company events, programming, and space planning that fosters connection as work becomes more decentralized – answering the question “what do we want it to feel like to work here?”

Account Leadership

Empowering teams and building strong relationships that lead to impactful creative work that solves complex business problems.

To learn more, you can view my resume.

Work

I thrive in creative environments and below are some of my favorite things I’ve worked on over the years. Each piece has a story of how it almost didn't get made, ranging from not having nearly enough money, having boatloads of money but not enough time, missing celebrities, and a pack of wild Romanian beach dogs. In each case, we overcame the obstacles to get them made. Yes, even the Romanian beach dogs.

About

I'm a dad, roadtrip enthusiast, karaoke threat, and Eagle Scout (retired).

I've always tried to have a rich life outside of work. Lately that's meant chasing our kids around and cruising around Richmond in my minivan. I'm always happiest with a side project in the works, whether that's rehearsing with a Taylor Swift cover band or exploring local trails on my mountain bike.