Brian Dietz

Brian Dietz is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications at NCTA - The Internet & Television Association.1 In this role, he oversees various external communications functions for the organization, including:

Responsibilities

• Directing media relations
• Managing NCTA's web and online platforms
• Overseeing the association's social media and digital advocacy strategy
• Serving as the principal spokesperson for NCTA1

Career Background

Brian Dietz joined NCTA in January 2003.1 Prior to his current position, he has held several roles within the organization:

• Promoted to Vice President of Communications in 20053
• Initially joined as Senior Director of Communications in 20034

Before joining NCTA, Dietz had a diverse career in communications:

• Executive Director of Communications for AT&T Broadband in Sacramento, CA
• Director of Communications for MediaOne in Minneapolis – St. Paul
• Press Secretary for former Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson
• Communications Director for the State of Minnesota's Trade and Economic Development Agency1

Education

Dietz has a strong educational background in communications and business:

• B.A. in Broadcasting from the University of North Dakota
• Graduate certificate in Public Relations from the Masters of Business Communication program at University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN
• Completed an Executive Management Program at Harvard Business School1

Brian Dietz is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area and has over 500 connections on LinkedIn.2 His expertise and experience make him a key figure in the communications strategy of NCTA, which represents the internet and television industry.