Gillum Ferguson

Gillum Ferguson has a diverse range of work experience in the fields of politics and communications. Their most recent position is as Director of Political Strategy at the American Federation for Children since April 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Director of Communications and Media at Baker Group Strategies from August 2021 to April 2023, where they led the communications team in designing and implementing public affairs campaigns. Gillum also worked as the Deputy Communications Director for the United States Senate from January 2021 to August 2021, composing and researching messaging materials for the Senator. Gillum has also held positions such as Press Secretary for Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, State Communications Director for the American Federation for Children in Tennessee, Press Secretary for the Tennessee Republican Party, and roles at the U.S. Department of Education, Opportunity Lives, Washington Free Beacon, and the Office of U.S. Representative Tom Cotton. Throughout their career, Gillum has demonstrated skills in writing, editing, strategic communications, media relations, and campaign management.

Gillum Ferguson obtained their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Virginia. Gillum attended the university from 2009 to 2013.