David
Ramirez

Executive communications and editorial leader with 13+ years of publishing experience and 20+ years of strategic communications leadership advising senior executives, shaping organizational messaging, and leading high-impact communications across media, technology, real estate, and community organizations. Proven ability to serve as the primary communications lead for executive leadership, managing press relations, investor communications, stakeholder engagement, and public-facing messaging to support multi-million-dollar funding initiatives, institutional partnerships, and organizational growth. Experienced in translating complex organizational priorities into clear, strategic communications aligned with executive vision, institutional reputation, and public accountability. Combines publisher-level editorial authority, president-level leadership experience, and cross-sector collaboration with government, higher education, and industry partners.
Executive Communications & Multimedia Strategy Leader | Tucson, AZ | david@santholdings.com | 5208399982 | linkedin.com/in/davramirez | davramirez.com

Core Competencies

  • • Executive Communications & Presidential Messaging
  • • Speechwriting & Executive Correspondence
  • • Strategic Communications Advisory
  • • Media Relations, Public Affairs & Crisis Communications
  • • Stakeholder Engagement & Institutional Alignment
  • • Executive Leadership Support & Strategic Coordination
  • • Communications Operations, Systems & Process Development
  • • Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Management
  • • Event Messaging & Executive Preparation (Speeches, Briefings, Remarks)
  • • Contract Negotiation & Strategic Partnership Communications
  • • Data-Driven Communications Strategy & KPI Reporting
  • • AI-Driven Communications & Digital Transformation

Work Experience

Sant Capital / Sant Holdings LLC

May 2020 - Current
President & Executive Communications Lead
  • Serve as executive communications lead, advising on organizational messaging, investor communications, and public positioning across cross-border investment initiatives
  • Lead strategic communications with investors, stakeholders, and partners, supporting capital formation, deal structuring, and institutional growth
  • Develop executive-level messaging aligned with business strategy, market positioning, and stakeholder expectations
  • Represent the organization in high-level negotiations, aligning communications strategy with partnership development and business outcomes
  • Developed AI-driven communications systems to enhance stakeholder engagement, content delivery, and strategic outreach
  • Oversee communications operations, messaging frameworks, and stakeholder engagement across business functions

Greenwater Investments

Jul 2024 - Jul 2025
Director, Strategic Partnerships, Communications & Industry Programs
  • Served as primary communications lead supporting executive leadership, managing press relations, stakeholder messaging, and public communications strategy
  • Advised CEO on communications strategy, negotiation positioning, and external messaging to align partnerships with business objectives
  • Led executive communications and negotiation efforts supporting multi-million-dollar partnership agreements and revenue-generating initiatives
  • Coordinated communications across internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure organizational alignment and effective execution
  • Led crisis communications and reputation management efforts, ensuring consistent messaging during high-sensitivity situations
  • Drove partnership strategy contributing to occupancy targets of up to 95% through national platform campaigns (Zillow, Apartment List)
  • Designed communications frameworks supporting community engagement, higher education partnerships, and workforce initiatives
  • Generated 200,000+ audience impressions across integrated partnership campaigns, increasing visibility and engagement across regional and national initiatives
Director of Communications & Strategic Messaging
  • Served as central communications lead for executive leadership, managing press, investor, and stakeholder communications across U.S. and international markets
  • Led external communications strategy supporting multi-million-dollar funding initiatives, aligning company narrative with investor expectations and growth strategy
  • Communicated company vision, product innovation, and strategic direction to stakeholders, contributing to capital raises and institutional partnerships
  • Supported contract negotiations through strategic messaging and stakeholder alignment, contributing to securing partnerships with major hospitality brands in the U.S. and India
  • Directed high-level media relations and public affairs strategy, securing national press coverage and positioning executive leadership as industry thought leaders
  • Developed crisis communications protocols and executive messaging frameworks to protect brand reputation and ensure media readiness

Canyon Building & Design

Aug 2019 - Jul 2021
Director of Strategic Communications & Executive Branding
  • Led executive communications strategy, stakeholder engagement, and organizational messaging across projects and public initiatives
  • Managed RFQs, RFPs, and communications supporting high-value contracts and partnerships
  • Advised leadership on messaging strategy aligned with business development and organizational positioning
Director of Communications & Partnership Development
  • Developed executive communications frameworks, thought leadership strategies, and public-facing messaging
  • Led stakeholder communications across investors, partners, and development organizations
  • Built systems aligning communications strategy with partnership growth and organizational objectives

Border Media Communications

Jan 2013 - Apr 2016
Publisher & Editor
  • Led editorial strategy and served as senior authority for public-facing communications and messaging
  • Directed executive-level thought leadership and editorial positioning
  • Managed media operations, ensuring high standards of writing, messaging clarity, and public accountability
  • Increased audience engagement by 40% through strategic communications and content initiatives

Education

Capella University

Dec 2025 - Current
Doctoral Candidate, Information Technology

Specialization: Data Analytics, SQL Query Design, Predictive Modeling, and Data Governance Frameworks

Capella University

Aug 2023 - Dec 2025
Master of Science in Information Technology
  • GPA: 4.0 President’s List – Every Semester. Concentration: Data Analytics & Information Systems

Capella University

Jul 2019 - Nov 2022
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
  • 4.0 GPA | Focus on Data Analytics, UX Design, and Strategic Communications

Non-Profit & Education

President

Lions Club International - Santa Cruz County
  • Led public communications, community messaging, and scholarship initiatives supporting education and workforce development

Board Member

Rotary International - Santa Cruz County

Chairman

Boy Scouts of America - Santa Cruz County

Board Member

Community Food Bank - Santa Cruz County

Board Member

Workforce Development (WIOA) - Santa Cruz County

Partnerships & Engagement

  • • University of Arizona & UA Health Sciences
  • • City of Tucson & Pima County
  • • Tucson Medical Center (TMC)
  • • Zillow & Apartment List
  • • National hospitality partners (U.S. & India)