Phoenix is your Chief Diplomatic Officer

Phoenix Ricks is the CEO of Girl Friday. Previously, she led government relations and trade negotiations in the private sector, directed public diplomacy programs and communications at the U.S. Department of State, and developed anti-trafficking policies for human rights organizations.

Build Your Diplomatic Coreâ„ 

We are your favorite diplomats’ favorite diplomats. You may not have a diplomatic corps, but we will build your diplomatic core. Girl Friday advises CEOs, world leaders, and boards, and corporate teams how to interpret politics, navigate crises, turn global challenges into opportunities, and create longterm strategies that solidify legacies.

Advisory Services

Girl Friday’s

World Cup

Playbook

Your clients are on the pitch this summer. What is in your crisis plan? From political protests to immigration hurdles, our 60-page playbook includes 60+ scenarios, holding statements, and decision trees to help you navigate this mega sporting event like a diplomat.

  • PEIRCE MILL

    During the Cold War, U.S. agents perched in the attic of Peirce Mill’s chicken coop to monitor spies in Washington, DC. Peirce Mill is our invitation-only newsletter with expert intelligence analysis on the intersection of global affairs and business operations. The next waitlist opens in July 2026.

  • GEOPOLITICS FOR GOOD

    Our Geopolitics for Good Substack breaks down world events. We share headlines that matter, profile politicians, and connect readers to people solving our world’s toughest challenges. For a World of Good.

  • THE FRIDAY BRIEF

    The Friday Brief with Phoenix Ricks is our (calm) news podcast. In under 15 minutes, you will learn more about what is happening around the world. News without anxiety. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Dear Girl Friday is our media wing. We are your back channel on global power and diplomacy.