Campbell Spencer

Campbell Spencer

Chair, Public Affairs

Background

Accomplished public affairs strategist and trusted advisor to executives at Fortune 500 companies, trade associations and advocacy organizations. Former White House Midwest political director with senior leadership roles in national politics and government.

Campbell Spencer is a public affairs and strategic communications professional with 25 years of experience helping clients navigate the complex intersection of business, policy, reputation and politics. She provides high-level counsel to Fortune 500 companies, trade associations and advocacy organizations seeking to shape public discourse and drive significant policy and regulatory outcomes.

Campbell has extensive experience in healthcare, energy and technology. She designs strategic and integrated communications campaigns, develops legislative strategies, engages with Congress and federal agencies, and builds coalitions to advance client goals. Known for her bipartisan approach, she works effectively across party lines on complex issues, leveraging a national network and deep relationships in Washington, D.C.

Her career includes senior roles in national politics and government, including serving in the Obama White House as Midwest political director. In this role, she played a key part in advancing landmark legislation such as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the Affordable Care Act, and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. She also served on Biden’s Auto Task Force, leading stakeholder engagement during the restructuring of Chrysler and General Motors.

Earlier in her career, Campbell held senior positions on presidential campaigns and at the Democratic National Committee, where she led national outreach and coalition-building initiatives.

Credentials

Education

M.A., 1998, Yale University, magna cum laude

B.S., 1995, Virginia Commonwealth University