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About

Damon May
A Strategic Communicator

Bridging Message, Mission, and Impact

I work at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and stakeholder communications—supporting organizations whose work depends on clarity, trust, and public understanding.

My background spans strategic communications, design leadership, and nonprofit executive experience. I have led communications for public institutions, founded and directed an international humanitarian organization, and delivered campaigns that connect policy, programs, and people.

I specialize in environments where clarity matters, complex initiatives, high‑visibility programs, and moments of reputational risk - ensuring communications remain accurate, consistent, and human‑centered.

  • 25 Years of experience

  • Sectors served (nonprofit, humanitarian, faith-based)

  • Strengths: strategic messaging, editorial judgment, stakeholder coordination

  • Global / cross-cultural awareness (even if US-based)

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Visual Communication & Design

  • Media Relations & Spokesperson Support

  • Digital Communications & Content Strategy + UX/UI

  • Strategic Planning & Communications Consulting + Project Management

Work With Me

    • Angel Award: Art Direction for Mask Up Manatee!, American Advertising Federation

    • Golden Achievement Award: National School Public Relations Association x 2

    • Insignia Award (Best Customer Service): Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

    • Medallion Award: Sunshine State School Public Relations Association (SUNSPRA) x 2

    • Multiple Logo Contest Award Winner

    • American Advertising Federation

    • American Marketing Association

    • Building Hope in Ukraine: Founder Humanitarian aid to orphanages, at-risk children, and their families in Ukraine.

    • Remote Area Medical: Free medical and dental to Sarasota and Manatee County underserved

    • US Coast Guard Auxiliary

    • Zonta International: Advocate against violence and child marriage for women.

    • Risk Management, Auxiliary Public Affairs: US Coast Guard Auxiliary

    • Certified Digital Marketer: Google

    • Certified Workflow Specialist: Asana

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate: University of South Florida

    • Inspiring and Motivating Individuals: University of Michigan

    • UX Design Certificate: Google