Ellen Jackson

Director, Government Affairs

Ellen Jackson is responsible for supporting RILA’s international trade and customs communities. In her role, Jackson communicates daily with key executives from America’s largest retailers and other external stakeholders including government agencies and coalitions to drive retail industry initiatives. Prior to her current role, Jackson supported RILA’s asset protection and supply chain communities. Her work included developing benchmarking reports on pressing retail industry topics that informed the business strategies of RILA member companies and accelerating innovation and growth by sourcing technology to connect with retailers.

Prior to joining RILA, Jackson worked on the business side of The Atlantic magazine, developing programs and proposals that led to lasting and commercially successful advertising partnerships and event sponsorships.

Jackson holds a B.A. in Public Relations from The University of Georgia.