Dan Rene is a seasoned and thoughtful strategic communications counselor, renowned for his exceptional ability to guide clients in discovering their unique voice and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with and inspire audiences. With more than two decades of experience, Dan is a trusted advisor known for his expertise in building credibility through media relations, reputation management, and adeptly navigating crisis situations.

His versatile background encompasses campaign management, comprehensive crisis communications (both management and prevention), legislative advocacy, grassroots initiatives, and corporate communications. Dan's problem-solving prowess has been instrumental in safeguarding the reputations of a diverse range of individuals and entities, including athletes, entertainers, politicians, academics, and corporations grappling with complex personal and professional challenges.

In addition to crisis management, Dan has played a pivotal role in helping numerous individuals, associations, and corporations proactively introduce, define, and promote their personal and organizational brands across various media platforms, including digital and social media. He expertly orchestrates impactful consumer media relations and corporate campaigns, catering to both startups and renowned global brands, all meticulously designed to achieve strategic objectives.

His expertise extends to crafting highly effective communications strategies for an impressive roster of clients, encompassing corporations, industry associations, nonprofit organizations, coalitions, and international entities (including FARA work).

Dan's career includes thriving at esteemed public relations agencies, including his most recent role at kglobal and previous leadership positions at LEVICK, Qorvis, and Impact Strategies (now Smith & Company, the inspiration behind the ABC Drama Scandal). Additionally, he serves as a Communications Director for the National Legal and Policy Center, a nonprofit, nonpartisan foundation dedicated to upholding ethics and accountability in government.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dan is deeply committed to community engagement, having held leadership roles in numerous campaigns throughout Virginia and actively volunteering for charitable causes. He further contributes his expertise by serving on various boards and committees, including at the National Press Club.

Dan hails from Prince George County, Virginia, and is a proud graduate of Longwood College in Farmville, Virginia. His unwavering dedication to the field of strategic communications and his impressive track record make him a highly respected thought leader in the industry.