Rory Martin,
Chief Communications and External Impact Officer
Rory Martin is a social impact and communications executive with nearly two decades of experience shaping national narratives, advising senior leaders, building cross-sector partnerships, and translating complex policy and research into compelling strategies that drive action and impact. She brings extensive experience at the intersection of communications, public policy, stakeholder engagement, and organizational strategy.
Most recently, Rory served as a Partner and Management Consulting Operating Group Leader at MGT, where she led a $9 million mission-driven advisory portfolio and a 15-person team working with public sector and nonprofit leaders on strategy, communications, stakeholder alignment, and measurable community impact. Previously, she served in the Executive Office of the President as Special Assistant to the President and Executive Director of Joining Forces, leading national strategy, communications, policy, and external engagement on issues affecting service members, veterans, military families, caregivers,
and survivors.
Earlier in her career, Rory served as Deputy Director of Joining Forces in the Office of the First Lady, advising First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden and helping translate policy priorities into nationally visible campaigns, strategic partnerships, and public engagement. She has also founded a social impact strategy and communications consulting firm and served as Vice President at ScoutComms, advising corporate, nonprofit, and public-interest organizations.
Rory holds a Master of Social Work, summa cum laude, from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with a minor in Sociology from Clemson University.
