Eric Shepard
Director
Life at FGS Global
Eric is a Director on the Tech & Media team. He brings a strong background in House procedure, policy, and politics to develop client strategy and engagement.
Life Pre-FGS Global
Eric spent 11 years on Capitol Hill primarily as a Professional Staff Member with the House Committee on Rules, the primary arm for the House Speaker to control the Floor agenda.
Life Beyond FGS Global
An avid sports fan, on a Saturday in the fall you can find Eric cheering on his Alma Mater, the Georgia Bulldogs.
Eric is a Director on the Technology and Media team within the Government Affairs division at FGS Global, where he develops strategy and advises clients on the political landscape affecting technology, telecommunications, media, and entertainment.
Prior to joining FGS Global, Eric spent 11 years on Capitol Hill, including nearly a decade with the House Committee on Rules. He began his career as a Staff Assistant and advanced to the role of Professional Staff Member, serving under five different Committee Chairs.
As the primary procedural arm for the Speaker of the House, the House Rules Committee serves as the intersection of procedure, policy, and politics. Eric’s tenure there enabled him to work closely with senior staff across House committees and leadership offices, equipping him with a unique perspective and deep understanding of legislative strategy. He leverages this experience to provide clients with actionable, targeted guidance in navigating complex policy environments.
Eric holds BA degrees in Economics and Political Science from the University of Georgia.