Quardricos Driskell

Quardricos Driskell teaches Inside Washington: Politics and Policy at WII.

He is a dynamic leader at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and academia, committed to driving meaningful change across sectors. As Senior Director of Government Relations at Lobbyit, he brings nearly 15 years of strategic vision and deep legislative expertise to bear on the most pressing issues in healthcare and beyond.

Prior to joining Lobbyit, he advised C-suite executives from the nation’s top hospital health systems on federal policy at The Health Management Academy. As Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs at the Autoimmune Association, he united diverse stakeholders around patient-first initiatives, advancing critical healthcare reforms.

A seasoned legislative strategist, he played a pivotal role in drafting and passing the Veterans’ Prostate Cancer Treatment and Research Act of 2020, working alongside Reps. Neal Dunn, MD (R-FL-02) and Joe Cunningham (D-SC-1) to deliver vital healthcare advancements for veterans. His advocacy work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Top Lobbyist award from the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics (NILE) and multiple appearances on The Hill’s Top Lobbyists list.

Beyond Capitol Hill, he serves as pastor of Beulah Baptist Church and as an adjunct professor at The George Washington University, where he challenges graduate students to explore the intersections of race, religion, and American politics.

Professor Driskell holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Morehouse College, a Master of Theological Studies in Religion and Society from Harvard University Divinity School, as well as a Master in Legislative Affairs and a Graduate Certificate in Lobbying and PAC Management from The George Washington University.