Terry Neal

Executive Vice President, Earned and Strategic Media

Terry Neal is DDC’s Executive Vice President of Earned and Strategic Media, leading the firm’s expanding media relations practice and strengthening its presence in the Washington, D.C., market. A seasoned communications strategist and former journalist, Terry draws on extensive experience in public affairs, crisis communications, and earned media to craft strategies that shape narratives, engage audiences, and influence decision-makers.

Previously, Terry was a political reporter and editor at The Washington Post, covering campaigns and elections. He also served as an on-air political analyst for CNN and made appearances on other networks, including MSNBC, PBS, and C-SPAN. He has also held executive leadership roles at other communications and public affairs agencies, bringing a wealth of expertise to his work with clients.