Dan's Communication Expertise

Dan's civil service and private sector careers have been marked by a never-ending passion to serve others in a way that helps achieve key organizational goals and objectives, as well as leads to increased innovations. He has been recognized by government and business executives at the local and national levels for spearheading innovative communication campaigns, developing a data-centric PR approach (analyzing and communicating the results communication initiatives have for a brand), crafting and implementing comprehensive crisis and strategic communication plans/strategies, along with serving as a public relations workshop speaker (e.g., crisis communications, PR writing, social media applications), and so much more.

Dan expertise and wisdom have helped organizations in solving communication-related problems and in building their brands. This includes providing high-quality, well-executed, clear and engaging written materials that promote and safeguard an organization’s image. This type of effective messaging includes crafting press releases, articles, social media posts, media interview talking points, story pitches, media statements, just to name a few. Other ways Dan has helped clients successfully shape their images include with scheduled media interviews and public appearances, inviting journalists and other stakeholders to events, conducting press conferences, utilization of multimedia for storytelling, and reputation management.

In all his external communication roles, Dan has served as an agency/company spokesperson and been interviewed by countless national, regional and local news media representatives. His media relations expertise includes preparing senior leaders for national television interviews, including with CBS "60 Minutes,” ABC News, NBC Dateline, and much more. In situations attracting widespread news attention (e.g., hostage incident, alleged mistreatment of inmates, incarceration of high-profile inmates), Dan served as the federal government's voice before a national audience. Furthermore, in 2002 Dan receive the Federal Bureau of Prison's Myrl E. Alexander (3rd Director of the agency) award for playing a key role in planning the agency's largest media event in its history -- 1,600 news media representatives attended the execution of Timothy McVeigh, who was responsible for the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing that killed 168 people.

Crisis Communications

Award Winner

Services to Successfully Navigate Today’s Complex Communications Landscape

Crisis Planning & Communications

Helping Clients Be Prepared To Respond When Critical Incidents Occur. Gain Perspective To Move Forward Responsibly And With Confidence.

Media Training

Learn Best Practices For Interviews, Including How To Answer Challenging Questions And Deliver Important Information. Good Impressions Mean So Much.

Media Relations

Partnering With Media To Drive Business Success. A Few Common Tasks Include: Press Releases, Social Media Engagement, Arranging Interviews, Story Pitching.

I have extensive experience providing the media meaningful content

I specialize in providing the media with meaningful and impactful content. I understand what messages resonate with journalists and how to craft compelling stories, media pitches, and so much more.

I have accreditation in public relations

Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) credential is a mark of distinction for public relations and communication professionals, setting them apart from their peers. It marks the highest level of professional expertise and adherence to ethical values.

I have many years of crisis communication planning, management and messaging experience

I have developed award winning crisis communication plans, as well as been on the front lines in managing small and large- scale crisis situations. This support before, during and after a crisis has helped protect organizations' brands, reputations, and financial strengths.

I am a trusted partner

Longstanding reputation for the highest of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

Communication Training & PR Consulting Services

• Campaign Development
• Media Relations/Outreach/Story Pitching Strategies
• Writing Skills Training & Crafting Press Releases, Media Pitches, Media Advisories
• Crisis Communication Planning/Development
• Reputation Management
• Relationship Building with Journalists
• Interview Techniques
• Social Media Applications
• PR Thought Leadership
• Crafting PR/Communication Award Nominations
• And, So Much More
  

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• PR Thought Leadership
• Reputation Management
• Strategy and Message Development
• Social Media
• Crisis Management
• Media Relations & Outreach
• Award Nominations
  

Project Gallery

Press Conference Experience

Media Interview Training

Award Winning Campaigns

Dan and his wife recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. They have a daughter (Brittany), and are longtime Bowie, MD, residents. Dan enjoys reading, attending sporting events, spending time with family, and playing with their two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

Special Recognitions

Lifetime Achievement Award 2017

Gold Standard in

PR 2018

Highest PR Credential

2015

DRD Training & Communications

Communication Excellence

Need Communication Support?

Contact Dan

Phone: 240-736-0744

email: drdcomm1@outlook.com