Carrie Ellen Phillips
Co-Founder & Partner
BPCM
Carrie Ellen Phillips, co-founder of BPCM, is a strategic force in global communications, celebrated for pioneering the agency's Sustainability and Impact practice. Under her guidance, BPCM’s sustainability efforts have flourished, becoming a core part of the agency’s growth across sectors, from fashion and beauty to CPG with clients like Colgate-Palmolive. Known for her expertise in integrating sustainability with strategic growth, Carrie’s approach has helped brands navigate the demand for authentic, impactful change while avoiding greenwashing. Carrie’s leadership has driven standout campaigns, including elevating MycoWorks’ Fine Mycelium as a premium leather alternative, launching Colgate-Palmolive’s Keep toothbrush to support reduced plastic use, and securing impressive visibility for Tonies, surpassing media goals and establishing it as a top choice for screen-free children’s play. Internally, Carrie has fostered cultural awareness and education at BPCM by creating quarterly volunteer opportunities focused on food insecurity, launching a culture council for team bonding, organizing educational sessions with thought leaders, and guiding discussions on diversity and belonging.
Career Highlights
Directed BPCM’s strategic approach for Colgate-Palmolive's sustainability campaigns
Founding partner of the U.S. Coalition on Sustainability at the United Nations and a policy advisor to the New Standard Institute
Awarded the Business Intelligence Group Sustainability Hero Award in 2023
