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.

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Advisory Services

DIPLOMATIC CORE ℠

Our workshops train you how to approach public relations, crises, and corporate strategy like an ambassador

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GEOPOLITICAL ANALYSIS

CEO, C-Suite, and board advisory services on global affairs, crisis communications, risk mitigation, and reputation

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SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Keynotes, panels, and group facilitation on U.S. foreign policy, global politics, conflicts, security, and humanitarian affairs

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Girl Friday’s

World Cup

Playbook

Your clients are on the field this summer. What is in your crisis communications plan? From political protests to natural disasters, our 47 page playbook covers what to say when time is of the essence.

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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 June 2026.

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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.

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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.

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