Dr. Renée A. Walker

Strategic Communications & Branding Leader | Educator | Advocate for Equity and Visibility

Dr. Renée A. Walker brings more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of education, branding and strategic communication. She has led communications and marketing initiatives for K-12 independent schools, universities and small businesses, with a focus on building authentic, equity-centered narratives that drive impact and visibility.

Throughout her career, Dr. Walker has taught and mentored dozens of entrepreneurs and educators, helping them secure B2B, government and university contracts ranging from $5,000 to multimillion-dollar projects. Her work blends creative storytelling with results-driven strategy to elevate voices, especially those from underrepresented communities.

Dr. Walker holds a doctorate in education with a focus on culture and society, a master’s degree in strategic communications from Columbia University, and dual bachelor’s degrees in communications and psychology from Rutgers University. Her academic journey reflects her deep commitment to purposeful messaging, personal empowerment, and systems change.

As Chief Marketing and Communications Officer & Director of Education at Global Ties Alliance (GTA), Dr. Walker is honored to contribute her expertise in support of their mission and global community.