David W.

About David W.

An expert in creating engagement, communication and outreach strategies for federal government agencies and both public and private sectors, I specialize in developing campaigns and messages that fully integrate with an organization’s operational plans. I offer a proven track record of accomplishments and activities that demonstrate my ability to successfully promote, enhance, manage and direct initiatives that help drive world-class communications and public affairs plans and programs.From veteran outreach programs to humanitarian relief efforts, I have extensive experience solving complex communication challenges for organizations that include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs. I have also held numerous hands-on management roles in the Navy and Navy Reserve.I believe a key element of my success is my in-depth understanding of how public affairs, communications and marketing trends function in the federal government – specifically the DoD – as well as in the public and private sectors. My principle strength is my ability to facilitate collaboration and confidently lead teams to deliver results. To every endeavor I bring the following:• A comprehensive knowledge of military and government personnel management and policy • Experience creating and implementing long-term strategic communication plans for managing military and civilian personnel• An ability to craft and disseminate new policies, strategic communications and plans to support senior-level engagement• Excellent planning, programming and budget execution skills• A strong work ethic, as well as a high level of initiative, dependability and autonomyI am told that I am a strong communicator — in both written and verbal communications – a personable leader and a true team player who is collaborative, approachable and knows how to keep people involved and informed.

Experience

1. Director of Strategic Communication

   Defense Contract Management Agency Dcma

   Jan 2015 — Present · Fort Lee, VA, US

   Leads teams of subject matter experts and practioners and applies expertise to developing DCMA messaging, policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of legislative affairs, Congressional inquires, internal and external communications, Freedom of Information Act inquires, and publications. Oversees the development and application of critical agency legislative affairs and public affairs programs and projects. Serves as the focal point for legislative affairs to facilitate the operations of DCMA Headquarters, districts, and contract management offices located throughout the United States and overseas. Ensures that Agency senior leaders are on message to support DCMA\'s mission.

Education

• Gonzaga University

  MA, Communication and Leadership

  2009 — 2012

• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  BA, Philosophy and Political Science

  1978 — 1983