Policy expert Halie L. Craig is the new principal at Origin Advocacy, based in Washington, D.C., with a global reach. Ms. Craig is entrusted with assisting constituents on the legislative side of the private sector, supporting advocacy efforts, and offering consulting and representation before the federal government for companies and trade associations.
At Origin Advocacy, Ms. Craig also provides strategic advice along with lobbying, and public relations services while keeping abreast of federal, state, and international developments that could have an impact on her clients. Her ability to compile analyses of policy activities related to technology, trade, and tax is particularly noteworthy. Her engagement with the executive branch and collaboration with potential clients highlight her commitment to leveraging her skills across various industries.
Previously, Ms. Craig was the policy director for technology at the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where she made significant contributions to legislative processes and policy development. Beforehand, she was a senior advisor to Senator Pat Toomey and the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Her earlier titles included policy advisor for the same committee and public policy associate manager at Meta.
Ms. Craig’s career began with foundational experiences such as being an associate fellow at the R Street Institute and holding various legislative positions with Sen. Toomey. Her early career also included working as a staff assistant at the United States Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and as a promotions director at Penn Student Agencies at the University of Pennsylvania – all laying the groundwork for her future achievements in policy and advocacy.
Academically astute, Ms. Craig earned a bachelor’s degree in political science with minors in Middle East studies and art history from the University of Pennsylvania, making the Dean’s List and graduating magna cum laude. Her education was enriched by her participation in Amideast Education Abroad as a Boren Award Scholar studying Arabic, a junior semester abroad in international relations at The University of St. Andrews, and her formative years at Phillips Exeter Academy. Ms. Craig’s academic pursuits have been instrumental in shaping her understanding of global issues and enhancing her professional capabilities. Her accolades include prestigious fellowships such as the George C. Marshall Fellowship from The Heritage Foundation, Hoover Economic Fellowship from The Hoover Institution, and the Heritage Congressional Fellowship from The Heritage Foundation.
Moreover, Ms. Craig has contributed to academic discourse through publications like “Guest Politics: Syrian Refugees in Jordan as an Opportunity for Development” published by the Journal of Undergraduate International Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and “An Uncertain Belonging: Permanent Residency ID Cards and East Jerusalem’s Identity Crisis” featured in the Cornell International Affairs Review.
Having a strong desire to give back to society, Ms. Craig has engaged with organizations including US Squash, the Penn Alumni Interview Program, Sigma Kappa, the Junior League, and others. Her commitment to community service is further demonstrated through her volunteer work at various fundraisers and at the National Book Festival. Her aspirations include expanding her network to foster connections among people while continuing to represent clients effectively. Additionally, she harbors ambitions to become a writer, aiming to use her voice to further contribute to societal discourse.
Moving forward, Ms. Craig remains focused on making a positive impact on her community through public service and through private sector initiatives that advance standards in her industry. In her leisure time, Ms. Craig enjoys playing squash and reading.