Michael Dabbs Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Denver, Colorado, United States

As senior director of impact, Michael Dabbs directs programmatic initiatives to propel narrative change for LGBTQ equality, oversees institutional communications, shapes the foundation’s priorities and measures progress toward our strategic goals, and reports our impact to key stakeholders.

Denver, Colorado, United States

As director of strategy, led the development and implementation of practices to measure the foundation’s progress toward its strategic goals, communicate its impact, and share learnings with key stakeholders. Also responsible for advancing innovative programmatic initiatives that spark discourse and shape narrative to catalyze sustained change for LGBTQ Americans.

Greater Denver Area

As senior communications officer, was responsible for leading the foundation’s communications, research & messaging, and mis/disinformation portfolios, working in partnership with the communications and programs departments to direct research, craft messaging, and design breakthrough projects that spark debate and build demand for equal treatment of LGBTQ people.

Greater Denver Area

Teach - online and in-person - for the Communication Management program at University College. Courses below (13 quarters total):COMM 4150 Reputation Management and Crisis Communication (Autumn 2022, Winter 2021)COMM 4905 Storytelling Through Research and Messaging (Summer 2022, Winter 2022, Autumn 2020)COMM 4050 Communication and Society: Theories and Applications (Autumn 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2020, Winter 2020, Autumn 2019, Summer 2019)MFJS 3900 Crisis… Show more Teach - online and in-person - for the Communication Management program at University College. Courses below (13 quarters total):COMM 4150 Reputation Management and Crisis Communication (Autumn 2022, Winter 2021)COMM 4905 Storytelling Through Research and Messaging (Summer 2022, Winter 2022, Autumn 2020)COMM 4050 Communication and Society: Theories and Applications (Autumn 2021, Spring 2021, Spring 2020, Winter 2020, Autumn 2019, Summer 2019)MFJS 3900 Crisis Communication (Summer 2018) Show less

Greater Denver Area

Overview: Client relations, strategic campaign research and messaging, survey research, creative media design and implementation, media buying.Administration & Management: Individually or on a team managed more than 75 client accounts, including ballot initiatives, candidates, advocacy groups, businesses, and governments.Public and Government Affairs: Extensive experience working with public stakeholders, press, and elected officials to advance a client’s brand image, influence… Show more Overview: Client relations, strategic campaign research and messaging, survey research, creative media design and implementation, media buying.Administration & Management: Individually or on a team managed more than 75 client accounts, including ballot initiatives, candidates, advocacy groups, businesses, and governments.Public and Government Affairs: Extensive experience working with public stakeholders, press, and elected officials to advance a client’s brand image, influence public policy, and engage community and thought leadership via earned and paid media – including a long-term relationship (5 years) with the Pew Charitable Trusts working on public lands, flood-prepared communities, national parks, and economic development.Creative: Managed the design and placement of print, radio, television, and digital advertising in more than 70 outlets in 28 states (+DC) – notably in every state in the Western United States – for advocacy groups, organizations, and candidates. Show less

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

Greater Denver Area

Worked directly with the Communications Director and other senior staff on an interim basis to plan and execute the Congressman's campaign launch for Governor of Colorado, develop initial communications and press strategy, pitch and schedule press interviews, draft briefing documents, and train incoming staff members.

Denver, Colorado

Communications strategy, management and outreach for the Quick for Colorado campaign for state Attorney General.Managed press relations, which included interview scheduling, press releases, pitches and talking points. Secured 5 of 7 Colorado newspaper endorsements.

Denver, Co

Conducted research and analysis through the International Futures (IFs) model. Research included country-specific, regional and global issues. Also strategized brand development and digital media, including the creation and maintenance of a new website.

Washington, Dc

AMP is a cross-sector platform that enables stakeholders to invest in, catalyze and scale innovations that provide economic opportunities while addressing social and environmental issues. Digital media, advertising/public relations and brand development strategist.

Fort Worth, Texas

Teaching Assistant for two Honors classes, which included roster and assignment management.

M.A., International And Intercultural Communication

Joint degree with the Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies and the Josef Korbel School of International Studies.

B.S., Political Science And Strategic Communication

Study Abroad, International Relations And Affairs

Spring 2012 semester study abroad in Florence, Italy

High School