David Gutting

David Gutting has extensive work experience in the advertising and communications industry. David started their career in 1979 as the President and Creative Director of DG&A Advertising and Communications, where they owned and operated their own agency for 22 years. During this time, the agency specialized in financial services, healthcare, and technology marketing and was widely recognized for its creative work.

In 2001, Gutting joined Adamson Advertising as the Vice President/Director of Planning. David led the planning group and developed major brand strategies for clients in various industries. David also directed overall strategy and continuously monitored market conditions and industry challenges. When Barkley acquired Adamson in 2010, Gutting became the VP/Group Planning Director, responsible for insight and strategy development for agency clients. David oversaw research and insight projects and played a primary role in creative briefing.

Gutting joined Webster University in 2002 as an Adjunct Professor of Communications, teaching graduate courses on branding, brand strategy, strategic communications, account planning, and media research.

In 2016, Gutting transitioned to a leadership role at Barkley, where they served as the SVP/Director of Intelligence. In this position, they led the intelligence practice, leveraging data and insight to drive meaningful change. David also previously held the position of VP/Strategy Director at Barkley.

Overall, Gutting's work experience demonstrates their expertise in strategy development, insight and research, creative briefing, and teaching in the field of communications and advertising.

David Gutting's education history includes a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Communications from the University of Pennsylvania--Annenberg School for Communication. David also holds a Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) degree in History from Washington University in St. Louis. The specific years of enrollment for both degrees are not provided.