Darryn James Email Address

Chief Communications Officer

General Dynamics OTS provides the U.S. military and its allies around the world, an extensive range of weapons systems.

Compelling Storytelling + Inspirational Leadership + Great Relationships = Communications Victory From battlefields to boardrooms and locker rooms, I bring value with 25+ years of strategic leadership, global relationship building, and modern storytelling ability to elevate brands and make communication matter in this information economy. As a former military Chief Communications Officer and current "sleeves-up" corporate executive, I bring a bold entrepreneurial mindset and strategic vision to build successful internal and external communications. As a collaborative leader and spokesperson for many complex organizations, I build coalitions and common purpose that makes a difference in serving clients and communities. As a communications coach and knowledge provider, I empower my teammates by putting them in best possible position to succeed in the public arena. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE ▶ Integrated Strategic Communications ▶ Ethics-Centered XFN Team Leadership ▶ Strategic Planning ▶ Brand Development ▶ Executive Communications ▶ Speech Writing ▶ Internal Communications ▶ Culture Architect ▶ Crisis Communications ▶ Media Training ▶ Media Relations ▶ Earned / Owned / Social Media ▶ Public Relations ▶ Community Outreach ▶ Government Relations ▶ Spokesperson Intellectually curious, I'm a believer in continuous education, lifelong learning, and research. This helps me to rapidly develop deep knowledge of organizations to create compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences. Trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, my career is characterized by ambitious goals and game-changing results in high-pressure environments that require rapid analysis, critical thinking, sound judgment, integrity, accountability, and timely decision-making. Passionately focused on emotional storytelling, teamwork, relationships, solving problems, and driving brand value, I have successfully integrated enterprise communications across news, government, sports and entertainment, and community engagements to achieve strategic objectives. Treating everyone with respect, I champion inclusion through internal communication that advance corporate values and mission-driven culture. Working collaboratively and autonomously, I have managed high-profile crises and led large scale multimedia campaigns to strengthen brand and executive reputations, spread ideas, inspire advocacy, enhance visibility, shape perceptions, provide strategic counsel, position thought leaders, and develop talented teams while having fun along the journey.