Ben Cowlishaw
Director
EDUCATION
George Mason University
HOMETOWN
Coppell, Texas
Ben Cowlishaw joined The Herald Group in August 2025. He is a skilled communicator and sharp writer with strong political instincts formed over eight years in roles across public affairs disciplines.
Prior to joining THG, Ben worked on Capitol Hill as Speechwriter and Press Secretary for the House Committee on Appropriations, where he crafted and executed messaging strategies on federal spending priorities. Ben also brings years of experience shaping political and communications strategy for trade associations, including the National Association of Realtors and the U.S. Travel Association. He also worked for a Super PAC during the 2020 election cycle.
Ben got his start in communications with the Washington Capitals, where he worked as a Media Relations staffer while attending George Mason University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Politics.