Based in Washington, D.C., Taylor Velarde serves Mario Castillo as a Policy Advisor to the Senior Managing Director at The Aegis Group, Ltd., a bipartisan government affairs consultancy. In this capacity, he advises on strategic messaging, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement for a multinational portfolio of clients and coalitions. His work spans policy research, legislative strategy, public outreach, and pro-democracy initiatives—helping clients advance campaigns focused on electoral integrity and democratic resilience.

Building on years of experience in data-driven analysis and strategic communications, Taylor designs and implements comprehensive advocacy plans tailored to diverse domestic and international audiences. He played a key role in coordinating initiatives between organizations such as Country First, Country First Action Foundation, and Keep Country First, ensuring consistent messaging and aligned objectives across multiple platforms.

Taylor holds a Master’s degree in Global Security Studies from Angelo State University, with a concentration in National Security, and a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs with a concentration in Security Policy from The George Washington University.