Pierre Whatley

Biography

Pierre Whatley is a Principal on FS Vector’s Advocacy team, recognized as one of The Hill's Top Lobbyists, helps bridge the gap between policymakers, regulators, and the financial services industry by educating stakeholders. Previously, Pierre served in both the House and Senate, first as a Professional Staff Member on the House Financial Services Committee under then-Chairwoman Congresswoman Maxine Waters, and later as Staff Director of the Senate Subcommittee on Financial Institutions & Consumer Protection and Senior Economic Policy Advisor for Sen. Raphael Warnock. In addition to his political work, he also owns a small trucking company.

Sessions

1. Running for Elected Office as a Corporate Professional

   Thu, Nov 5, 11:40 AM – 12:20 PM CT

   Track GovTech&Civic

   Knowing how the rules around money are made gives you an advantage most people never develop. Pierre Whatley has spent his career inside those decisions at the Federal Reserve, on the House Financial Services Committee, and as Staff Director of a Senate subcommittee. Then he went from advising candidates to being one. This conversation breaks down how financial policy shapes your access to capital and your ability to build wealth, and what it takes to move from understanding the system to shaping it, including running for office while holding a corporate career.