641-230-0199
1660 Southeast Bristol Drive, Waukee, IA, 50263,
I've spent more than 20 years in politics, public affairs, and government relations, including over a decade as a lobbyist representing organizations before the Iowa Legislature and state agencies. I help clients navigate the legislative process, build effective advocacy strategies, and achieve meaningful results through trusted relationships and a straightforward, collaborative approach.
11-15 years
Graduate of the Association of Business and Industry's (ABI) Leadership Iowa Class
Sits on the board of appeals for the City of Waukee
Passed $16B school infrastructure bill (2019)
Passed medical malpractice reform (2023)
Passed standing appropriation for local food purchasing program (2024-present)
Passed $1M appropriation for fruits and vegetables for SNAP participants (2026)
Passed updated deer hunting regulation (2026)
Phil is a native of Le Mars, Iowa (Ice Cream Capitol of the World!). He has been a lobbyist for over a decade and has two decades of experience working in political campaigns, public affairs and public relations, and legislative lobbying. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Central College in Pella, Iowa.
Phil served as Director of Government Relations for the Iowa Medical Society and for the Iowa Association of School Boards. Before that, he worked for a public relations firm in Des Moines and on two presidential campaigns in Iowa and Florida. Phil not only has strong political connections in Iowa, but also in Washington, D.C. where he worked for a U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley.
Phil is a graduate of the Association of Business and Industry's Leadership Iowa program. He enjoys serving his community as a City of Waukee Board of Appeals Board Member and volunteers with the Iowa Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Foundation.
Phil is an avid fly-fisherman and hunter. He is a member of Trout Unlimited and Pheasants Forever. He resides in the Des Moines metro area with his wife and two children.