Drew Daniels, a returning employee at HRC, brings over 15 years of experience in digital communications working alongside racial justice organizations, progressive political campaigns, and nonprofits. He is an award-winning strategist and digital organizer with experience producing trailblazing campaigns that disrupt norms and amplify narratives across industries. Previously at Color Of Change as the Senior Director, Digital, Drew worked to find innovative ways to activate 7 million members online, expanding COC’s digital footprint, and building the power of our communities.

The Office of the President is delighted to announce the addition of Christopher, a seasoned strategist and speechwriter, to its communications team. Christopher brings with him over a decade in strategic communications, particularly for progressive causes and notable political figures, including Senate Leader Harry Reid, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and Congresswoman Barbara Lee, among others.

Christopher joins us from his recent position at Blue State, where he oversaw progressive client teams, driving successful communications campaigns as Vice President of Strategic Communications.

Sam Lau brings more than ten years of strategic communications experience, from the campaign trail to Capitol Hill, to his new role at HRC. Most recently, Sam worked at Planned Parenthood Federation of America/Planned Parenthood Action Fund as the Senior Director for Advocacy Communications, leading the national organization’s advocacy and political communications efforts. Sam is an alum of numerous campaigns, political committees, and Congressional offices, including the 2018 Tony Evers gubernatorial campaign, the DSCC, and the House Budget Committee.

Brandon Wolf most recently served as the press secretary for Equality Florida, building political messaging campaigns and leading the rapid response efforts in a state facing a barrage of anti-LGBTQ+ hate. With years of experience leading teams, Brandon is a nationally-recognized on-air spokesperson for LGBTQ+ equality and the fight to end gun violence, savvy communications expert, and author ofA Place For Us, his debut memoir about life as an intersectional advocate and Pulse nightclub survivor.

In addition to the new HRC staff members, Jay Brown, former Senior Vice President of Programs, Research and Training, has accepted the position of Chief of Staff, with a focus on maximizing the effectiveness of the President through thought partnership and implementing her vision and strategy throughout the organization. Jay Brown is a proven strategic and visionary leader, having been at HRC for more than 20 years. He has both a depth of understanding of the issues facing the LGBTQ+ community and expertise on how HRC can uniquely meet the challenges and opportunities of the LGBTQ+ equality movement.

In another exciting leadership promotion, former VP of Board and Volunteer Engagement Margot Rosen is now Deputy Chief of Staff. Part of the Office of the President, the Deputy Chief of Staff leads Board relations and partners closely with the Chief of Staff on organizational strategy and initiatives. For the past 18 years, Margot has held multiple roles at HRC, expanding and diversifying membership and leading HRC’s board and national steering committee volunteer network.