MRB Group Welcomes Economic Development Leader Kris Phillips

MRB Group President and CEO Ryan Colvin recently announced the continued expansion of the firm’s Economic Development team, welcoming Kris Phillips as Senior Economic Analyst.  Phillips will provide support nationally, working with teams in South Carolina, Texas and New York.

“Kris’s leadership and expertise are recognized across the industry,” said Colvin.  “His experience with significant economic development projects as a site consultant and market analyst has earned him the trust of CEOs and key executives, guiding strategic growth and innovation across multiple business sectors,” he continued.

With over a decade of experience and service in economic development, Phillips is known regionally for his work as Assistant Director at Chester County Economic Development in South Carolina, where he managed projects resulting in more than $2.5 billion in capital investment and secured the Albemarle Corporation project, the largest single investment in the history of the state’s targeted Tier III or Tier IV counties.

Prior to serving in the public sector, Phillips co-founded Global Growth Advisors, and served as Chief Operations Officer.  A strong advocate for growth and innovation, he is also recognized as a dynamic public speaker, sharing his experience at economic development conferences and business seminars on both sides of the Atlantic.

Phillips earned his Juris Doctor from Charlotte School of Law as well as his Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies from Clemson University.

“Kris’s strategic leadership fits well with our high-caliber team at MRB Group.  His multi-faceted background, business acumen and tremendous success with project implementation give him unique insights that will benefit our clients,” Colvin stated.  “We look forward to working with him to shape a brighter future for communities and businesses looking for strategic growth,” he concluded.

MRB Group is a national engineering, architecture and municipal services firm that specializes in economic development support for local governments and businesses to help strengthen communities.  For more information, visit mrbgroup.com.