David Kissinger
External Affairs | Executive Leadership | Communications
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Who I am
Seasoned External Affairs Executive with 20+ years of experience in institutional governance, technology integration, government relations, communications, grant writing, and leadership with community, industry, nonprofit, and non-governmental organizations.
I bring experience from full-time and contract-based assignments to move forward organizations just like yours and position them as leading institutions in the field.
Impact
Proven track record of success advancing institutional priorities in legislation, communications and governance. Some recent examples:
- Created and funded broad-based coalitions and public policy campaigns
- Built external affairs programs for trade associations and in collaboration with state and national partners
- Led conferences, seminars, keynotes, and panels featuring industry executives, public officials, academic experts, and the media
- Managed organizational tech stacks and integrated with vendor APIs to leverage data assets
Publications
- Cover Story: Big Impact, Small Budget, AExperience Magazine, published by the National Association of REALTORS®, February 14, 2025.
- Cover Story: The Right Tools, Right Now, AExperience Magazine, published by the National Association of REALTORS®, October 21, 2024.
Connect
Contact me about your current project and find me on LinkedIn. I am committed to helping your organization reach the right audiences and position leaders to drive positive change.