Clay Doherty Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Arlington , Virginia, Us

Recruited by CEO to serve as head of strategic communications at Q2IMPACT, a mission-driven federal contractor with a 25+ year legacy of delivering operational excellence and transformative solutions worldwide for USAID, U.S. Department of State, and U.S. Department of Defense.Lead strategic communications and branding initiatives that amplify Q2IMPACT’s mission of driving global development and social impact, including developing an annual strategic communications plan to engage donors, partners, and beneficiaries. Responsible for crafting compelling narratives and campaigns that showcase the organization’s transformative programs and measurable outcomes while collaborating across teams to align communications, business development, and program delivery. Spearhead media relations, content creation, and digital marketing strategies to enhance Q2IMPACT’s global visibility and influence.

Lead strategic outreach and engagement initiatives for clients across national and international platforms, enhancing public involvement and awareness while achieving business objectives and policy outcomes. Develop client relationships that establish new business opportunities and cross-sector partnerships. ► Produced events and led diplomatic engagement for the U.S. WWI Centennial Commission that raised $44M to build the National WWI Memorial in Washington, DC. Credits include Producer of the “First Colors Ceremony" with President Biden that officially opened the Memorial and was broadcast on CSPAN and globally on the American Forces Network.► Led marketing and communications initiatives for Roots of Peace. Efforts contributed to CEO Heidi Kuhn’s selection as the 2023 World Food Prize Laureate for her work in landmine eradication and agricultural land restoration.► Served as stakeholder engagement advisor to the National Museum of American Diplomacy, Department of State. Created partnership that led to the donation of sets & props from TV show “Madam Secretary” to be featured exhibit.► Designed branding and marketing campaign for Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College DC program, increasing domestic and international student applications through strategic ad campaign placement and website redesign. ► Served on the transition team for Dr. Raj Shah after selection as President of the Rockefeller Foundation. Led strategic engagement and communications initiatives during first year securing global stakeholder buy-in for his new vision.

Washington, Dc, Us

Brought in-house to reimagine and develop a new convening strategy for GMF. Supervised staff in Washington, DC, and Brussels. Coordinated global convening activities including the flagship annual event, the Brussels Forum. Supported fundraising activities and external relations, strengthening relationships with existing GMF partners, pursuing new partnerships, and liaising with global stakeholders. ► Authored multimillion-dollar national public diplomacy initiative, funded by Howard G. Buffett Foundation to increase American support for Ukraine’s victory, recovery, and reconstruction. ► Secured single largest (six-figure) corporate donation to Brussels Forum, GMF’s annual summit.► Produced virtual portion of NATO Summit Public Forum 2023 in Washington, DC for policymakers to participate.► Conceived strategic initiative that secured funding for in-house production studio build-out, achieving 5-yr goal in 6 months.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Served as the inaugural Senior Advisor to USAID leadership for diplomatic engagement and international protocol. Drove design and execution of 60+ stakeholder events and facilitated 200+ visits of high-ranking government officials annually. Managed team of 20+ and $2.5M+ budget.► White House Summit on Global Development for 800 public and private stakeholders; received Letter of Commendation from White House Communications Agency for support of the President.► Directed engagement for Tropical Forest Alliance 2020, producing USAID/Unilever events that secured public/private partnership on implementation; designed enduring brand identity still being used by Tropical Forest Alliance Secretariat at World Economic Forum, Geneva. ► Managed diplomatic engagement for India, Ethiopia, and United States at “Call to Action Global Health Summit” in New Delhi, India; efforts recognized as instrumental in securing the Delhi Declaration by 22 Nations. ► Launched USAID partnership with National Basketball Association (NBA) in Dakar, Senegal, increasing stakeholder engagement and achieving extensive media coverage for initiatives across U.S. and Africa.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Led strategic outreach initiatives and designed events for domestic and international stakeholders. Supervised staff of 10 and oversaw strategic planning and $2M+ budget. ► Produced $1.2M USAID Frontiers in Development International Development Forum, a Davos-style event for 800 U.S. and foreign government officials, NGO, academic, and corporate global leaders; re-established USAID as thought leader in international development and led to creation of U.S. Global Development Lab.► Appointed Senior U.S. Government Representative and Special Advisor to President of Republic of Kosovo to lead production of Kosovo International Women’s Summit that established Women’s Chamber of Commerce.

Hollenbeck Associates is a public relations, strategic planning, public affairs, and event planning firm based in San Francisco and Palm Springs. Led staff of 8 while designing and implementing client communications and engagement strategies. Oversaw daily agency operations including client acquisition, public affairs execution, and event coordination. ► Led public affairs for Focus Features’ world premiere of the movie “MILK” - established new relationships for film studio.► Established philanthropic partnerships between clients and nonprofits, generating $500K+ new funding.► Secured largest agency client, Avery Dennison; launched new product lines incl. first Apple-compatible software.

Executive Master In International Business, International Business

Corporate Mba (Master Of Business Administration), International Business

Executive Masters In Business Management, International Business

Master'S Degree, Political Science

Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science

Political Science (Honorable Discharge)