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David Bray
David is a Managing Director of Middleberg Communications with over 12 years of experience in the public relations industry. David met Don when he began work at Middleberg Communications’ predecessor firm, Middleberg & Associates. David then went on to become Middleberg Communications' first hire, and, along with Don, he got the agency off of its feet.

As Managing Director, David builds, manages and executes strategic communications programs for his clients. David is also responsible for helping to set the agency's direction.  He specializes in driving high-impact coverage through traditional and digital/social media.  His other areas of expertise include brand development, corporate positioning work and C-level strategic counsel.

Over the course of his career, David has represented a wide variety of clients in the consumer, entertainment, advertising and marketing industries, including but not limited to The Weather Channel, ESPN, Crisp Wireless, Van Wagner Communications/Sports & Entertainment, Ziff Davis Media, BlogTalkRadio and Town Sports International (the largest owner and operator of fitness clubs in the Northeast).

He has helped traditional media companies transition to a wholly online model by introducing them to brand extension and revenue-building Internet strategies aimed at strengthening audience loyalty, reaching new markets and advertisers, and further monetizing content.  David has also experienced great success helping upstart companies and entities unknown beyond their niche industries build their brand awareness among their broader target audiences.

Before joining Middleberg Communications, David was an Associate Vice President in the Corporate Services practice at Euro RSCG Middleberg, where he managed communications programs on behalf of a variety of mid-to-large size corporations. His public relations career also includes stints at Peppercom Inc. and Dan Klores Communications. 

David’s work has been recognized by PR Week, PR’s leading trade publication, on numerous occasions.  He has also served as an expert source of commentary for media covering topics and trends related to public relations.

David graduated from the University of Miami in Florida with a bachelor's degree in public relations.