Quill Advisers was formed to help achieve the long term advocacy goals of our clients. We are credentialed and trusted in Washington, yet nimble enough to adapt to the unique structures of our clients. We are bipartisan, always with our eyes on the horizon as control in DC is ever changing. We are driven by the pursuit of excellence, a commitment to integrity, and anticipating clients’ future needs.
Michael is the founder and President of Quill Advisers. Michael is known for his ability to translate complex policy issues into the political arena, seeing several steps ahead for his clients. A strategic thinker, Michael knows the tactics in the advocacy toolbox needed to achieve meaningful results. His reputation has led to appearances in both local and national media, guest speaking engagements, and invitations to present to Members of Congress and The White House.
In the private sector, Michael has successfully represented Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, tax-exempts and privately held businesses. While goals in Washington may differ, Michael’s cross-functional experience gives him unique capabilities to help drive public policy toward your success. His service as an advisor in the U.S. Senate and advocacy with the White House and Treasury yield Michael valuable insights into both the Congressional and Administrative branches of government.
Josh is Vice President of Quill Advisers. As a former lobbyist in Westminster, Josh brings experience and expertise from London, Dublin, and Brussels across several industries. Originally from Northern Ireland, he has advised government ministers, select committees, FTSE100 companies, and multinational trade associations.
Josh’s insights range from tax and trade to emerging areas like artificial intelligence and the digital economy. He has conducted multilingual press operations, amended landmark legislation, and organized international client visits for dozens of businesses, individuals, and nonprofits. A linguist and political economist, he holds an MA from Georgetown University, an MSc from University College London, and a BA from the University of Bath.
Mary-Crescent brings a global perspective that bridges economic analysis, political insight, and international finance. She focuses on financial services, trade, and development, helping clients navigate policy landscapes to achieve their strategic objectives, while managing geopolitical and economic risk. Mary-Crescent consults in climate finance, helping NGOs and private firms access international funding and engage with the investment frameworks that shape global capital flows.
Mary-Crescent began her career as an intern the White House’s National Economic Council, where she supported U.S. international economic policy. She gained bipartisan legislative experience through internships with Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Representative Vicky Hartzler (R-MO). She holds an MSc in development economics from the University of Oxford and a BSc in economics and political science from Tulane University.
Building on her foundation in public policy and law, Kate brings experience in strategic communications. Kate supports clients in navigating legislative and regulatory developments, understanding legal nuances, and analyzing issues that could impact their goals in Washington. Kate also specializes in intellectual property law.
She holds a BA in Public Policy and Law from Trinity College, where she gained expertise in policy analysis. Her perspective is informed by experience across government and the private sector, enabling her to help organizations anticipate challenges and identify opportunities.
Kayla brings a multifaceted perspective to Quill Advisers, shaped by her experience with sustainability and manufacturing. With a strong foundation in communications strategy, she helps build trust with clients through clear, thoughtful, multi-medium dialogues and an ability to translate complex industry challenges into actionable insights that deliver results.
She is a former political and economic intern with the U.S. Embassy in Fiji and research intern with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s CODE PA division. A graduate of Tulane University with a BA in international relations and political economy, she thrives on collaboration and continuous learning.
Aditya brings to Quill Advisers a healthy foundation in healthcare policy. A graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in biology, he began his career conducting hemophilia research at Emory University before transitioning to hands-on clinical work as a medical assistant. Aditya is now pursuing a future in policy and medicine specializing in rural care and orthopedics. Aditya leverages his scientific and healthcare expertise to inform Quill’s work on health policy, offering an evidence-based perspective on issues at the intersection of medicine and legislation.
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