Dave Duarte

Dave Duarte is a seasoned communications strategist specializing in digital marketing and social media. He is passionate about creating communities and driving campaigns for positive change across various sectors including climate, poverty, education, and public health.

With extensive experience working with leading commercial agencies and corporate brands in 25 countries worldwide, Dave has honed his skills in leveraging digital technology effectively. He founded Treeshake, a South Africa-based company, to address pressing global issues by collaborating with non-profits and socially conscious commercial organizations.

Dave Duarte's professional journey includes roles such as Adjunct Faculty at Duke Corporate Education, Young Global Leader at World Economic Forum, Communications Executive at Lewis Pugh Foundation, and Chairman at The Reach Trust. He has also served in various capacities at institutions like Ogilvy Digital Marketing Academy, University of Cape Town, and Maharishi University of Management, among others.

Aside from his strategic roles, Dave has been involved in speaking engagements, facilitating discussions, and contributing to initiatives such as the South African Blog Awards, Creative Commons, and Mail & Guardian. His diverse background spans from being a Co-Owner at Muti to a Co-Founder and Marketing Geek at Cerebra, showcasing his multifaceted expertise in the communications and digital realms.