Our Mission
To restore an economic consensus that emphasizes the importance of family, community, and industry to the nation’s liberty and prosperity.
from growth for its own sake to widely shared economic development that sustains vital social institutions.
for a nation where families can support themselves, contribute to their communities, and prepare the next generation for the same.
the limitations that markets and government each face in promoting the general welfare and the nation’s security.
We are developing the conservative economic agenda to supplant blind faith in free markets with a focus on workers, their families and communities, and the national interest.
Learn More About Conservative EconomicsWe work to develop the three pillars that support conservative economics:
Strengthening the institutions that allow markets to deliver on their promise
Our Team
American Compass is led by a team with years of experience in some of America’s preeminent conservative institutions and across the fields of business, law, and public policy.
Careers
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Distinguished Fellows
Our Distinguished Fellows bring extensive experience to American Compass from leadership roles in government, politics, academia, and the private sector, where they have challenged outdated orthodoxies and charted the course toward a political economy that serves ordinary American citizens.
Compass Advisory Board
Compass Advisors are leading policy experts in their respective fields who contribute to and advise on our research, commentary, and policy proposals.
Chris Barnard
American Conservation Coalition
Energy & Environment
Patrick T. Brown
Ethics and Public Policy Center
Family
Michael Buschbacher
Boyden Gray PLLC
Law
Matthew Crawford
Univ. of Virginia
Technology
Brian Dijkema
Cardus
Labor
Samuel Estreicher
New York Univ. School of Law
Labor & Employment
Ivana Greco
Capita
Family
Samuel Hammond
Foundation for American Innovation
Industry
Yameen Huq
Aspen Institute
Technology
Joshua Kleinfeld
George Mason Univ. Scalia Law School
Law & Education
Amber Lapp
Institute for Family Studies
Understanding America
David Lapp
Braver Angels
Understanding America
Michael Lind
New America
Industry
Yusuf Mahmood
Alliance for a Better Future
Technology
Bruno Manno
Progressive Policy Institute
Education
Clare Morell
Ethics and Public Policy Center
Technology
Henry Olsen
Ethics and Public Policy Center
Understanding America
Michael Pettis
Carnegie Endowment
Globalization
Nicholas Phillips
Schagrin Associates
Globalization
David Rolf
Founder, SEIU 775
Labor
Leah Sargeant
Policy Advocate, Author
Family & Technology
Jon Schweppe
American Principles Project
Family & Technology
Ganesh Sitaraman
Vanderbilt Law School
Industry
Katharine B. Stevens
Center on Child and Family Policy
Family
Ruy Teixeira
American Enterprise Institute
Understanding America
Joel Thayer
Digital Progress Institute
Technology
Michael Toscano
Institute for Family Studies
Family
Emma Waters
Heritage Foundation
Family & Health
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Contact
We welcome all inquiries and suggestions. A member of our team will try to respond to you as soon as possible.
Media
Our work is regularly cited by a wide range of national and local media outlets who rely on our research and insights.
Email us at media@americancompass.org
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Secretary Scott Bessent Speaks with Oren Cass at 2026 New World Gala
On June 3, 2026, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent participated in a fireside chat with American Compass founder and chief economist Oren Cass.
Senator Josh Hawley Delivers Remarks at 2026 New World Gala
The program of the 2026 New World Gala at the National Building Museum opened with remarks from Senator Josh Hawley (MO). Senator Hawley spoke about the profound questions presented by the advent of the AI age and explains why America’s founding covenant should guide policymakers. A full video of Senator Hawley’s remarks is available below:
