Desmond Rice

Desmond Rice is a seasoned communications leader with over 15 years of experience in both federal and commercial sectors. His expertise lies in planning and executing strategic communications programs and transformation initiatives for a variety of organizations. He is known for his work in internal and external communications, utilizing cutting-edge technology platforms such as intranets, websites, and social media. Desmond is particularly focused on driving organizational and cultural change through his initiatives, which include developing policies, strategic plans, and training materials.

Desmond's specialties span a wide range of areas including Public Affairs, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Storytelling, Branding, Web Content Management, Research, Internal and External Communications, Crisis Response, Change Management, Employee Engagement, Leadership Communications, and more. His educational background includes studies at University Of North Texas, The University Of Texas At Austin, and American University, specializing in Journalism and Business Administration with a focus on Marketing.

Throughout his career, Desmond has held key positions at renowned organizations. He currently serves as the Head Of Communications And Public Relations for M12 at Microsoft. Previously, he held the role of Head Of Communications For Microsoft Bay Area within the same company. His experience also includes roles such as Communications Manager at Federal Reserve Bank Of San Francisco, Communications Lead at Northrop Grumman, Consultant at Deloitte, Senior Associate in Communications at Pcaob, Public Affairs Specialist at Federal Reserve Bank Of Dallas, Marketing Analyst at Concentra, Marketing And Communications Associate at Alsbridge, and Client Information Assistant at Locke Lord Llp.