Davin Brown

About Davin Brown

My career has always centered on one thing: understanding complex systems and turning them into clear, actionable strategies.Before stepping into the creative industry, I served as a Naval Intelligence Operations Analyst, where I learned to synthesize information, manage cross-functional operations, and design systems for clarity and precision. That foundation in strategic thinking and operational efficiency still guides everything I do.After transitioning into the creative world, I spent seven years as a graphic designer and brand strategist, helping clients craft meaningful visual identities and marketing experiences. But as my work evolved, I found myself not just designing visuals — I was designing systems: digital infrastructures, workflows, automation, and processes that helped organizations run better and communicate more effectively.Today, I bring both worlds together as a Creative Operations Strategist, partnering with organizations, nonprofits, and creative teams to:Streamline digital and marketing operationsIntegrate technology and automation for greater efficiencyAlign brand strategy with organizational structureBuild scalable systems that balance creativity and clarityAs the President of the Board of Directors for a nonprofit digital media organization, I also help shape governance, budgeting, and strategic direction — ensuring creative missions are backed by strong operational foundations.I thrive at the intersection of creativity and systems — where design meets discipline, and vision meets execution. Let’s connect if you’re looking to bring operational clarity and strategic focus to your creative or digital organization.

Experience

1. President

   Create Appalachia

   Jul 2025 — Present · Kingsport, TN, US

Education

• American Military University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General

• Information Warfare Training Command Virginia Beach

  All Source - Operational Intelligence , Information Science/Studies

  2007 — 2008

• Platt College-San Diego

  Associate of Applied Science: Graphic Design, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

  2018 — 2020

• Intelligence Specialist "A" School

  Military Intelligence, General

  2007 — 2008

Skills

• Military
• Sigint
• Intelligence Analysis
• Team Leadership
• Facilitation
• Command
• Navy
• Special Operations
• Dod
• National Security
• Indexing
• Communication
• Driven by Results
• Leadership
• Intelligence Community
• Public Speaking
• Customer Service
• Security
• Top Secret
• Financial Services
• Humint
• Gccs-M
• Intelligence
• Training
• Analyst Notebook
• Motivational Speaking
• Briefing
• Dcgsn
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Jmps
• College Savings Plans
• Management
• Team Building
• Tripwire
• Recruiting
• Military Operations
• Jpas
• Operational Planning
• Gccs