Staff Bio: Benjamin Coy

A charismatic and energetic branding and digital marketing professional, Benjamin has a strong academic background in communication, business management, and public relations with a proven history of excellent written and verbal communication skills. After obtaining his undergraduate degree in public relations and advertising from Bethune-Cookman University, Benjamin completed his Master of Arts in Strategic Communication degree from American University. In his program, he focused on digital communication strategies and analytics understanding the power of integrating common communications processes with the digital age. With extensive knowledge in brand management, Benjamin understands the power of brand voice, cohesion, and beneficial business relationships. Benjamin has partnered with several private and non-profit companies where he assisted with social media management, event logistics, content creation, campaign management, creative consulting, and promotion planning. While he is an innovative practitioner, Benjamin also has an extensive background in the performing arts. For almost 15 years, Benjamin has studied classical and jazz voice which led him to travel the world and perform. He is also the co-host of a pop-culture podcast, fashion and art enthusiast, and avid traveler!

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Benjamin and his mini goldendoodle, Remington, reside in the Washington, D.C. area. Benjamin is excited to join the National LGBTQ+ Task Force as the Communications Marketing Campaign Manager and looks forward the important work to be done!

Benjamin Coy, MA-SC
Pronouns: he/they
Communications Marketing Campaign Manager
Washington, D.C.
bsimmons@thetaskforce.org
202-639-6310