Ted Davis

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About Ted Davis

How does a story begin? A story begins with a question. The 5 W's?"How much?" How about,"What if?" The answer to that last question sets a good story in motion and captures the essentials of a human experience. It connects and draws us toward a light in the distance that beckons. As a storyteller, I discover, imagine and deliver unexpected narratives that help organizations, brands and individuals form bonds built on trust in the power and authenticity of their story. Advocate, instigator and storyteller, inspiring teams, challenging social media channels, shaping strategic ideas, deepening engagement and discovering new revenue opportunities, Agent of change, bringing peripheral perspectives to the design and execution of marketing/communication programs - questioning the norm, the conventional wisdom with a step off the well-worn path into the unexpected. Tenacious problem solver, overcoming business challenges during distressed economic conditions and organizational transitions. Inspires others to share creative talent. For example, a founder of two successful theater companies (one nonprofit, one for profit). Leader of wide range of teams often working in highly stressful arenas. Uncommon writing and editing skills demonstrated in myriad forms and forums on multiple subjects including: advocacy for Health as a Human Right, the complex work of disaster preparedness, response and recovery along with major health issues from COVID-19 to chronic diseases for a global NGO; the who, what, when, where and why of futures and options trading for a global commodities exchange; health and development research papers for international organizations in the UN system; radio ads for MLB games; musicals for regional theaters; poems for literary journal publication; brochures and promotional pieces for print and web, along with eulogies, critical commentaries and other pieces for public presentation. Stories, lots of stories. Passionate advocate and general rabble rouser for community and children's development programs - for social and economic equity and justice - for compassion, inclusion and kindness above all.