Jake Phillips

Jake Phillips currently serves as Business Manager at the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, beginning in November 2023, after holding the Associate Business Manager title. Prior to this role, Jake spent nearly four years at Common House in various capacities, culminating as Membership Director, where efforts in new member acquisition led to a notable 12% growth over nine months, managing a member base of over 1,600 individuals while maintaining a low churn rate. Jake's earlier experiences include positions as Membership Manager and Membership Engagement Coordinator, and foundational roles as a Server and Research Intern at the Greater Richmond Partnership, supplemented by a Bachelor’s Degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from Virginia Commonwealth University.