Matthew Ford

Matthew Ford is an experienced communications and design professional with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as a Senior Communications Associate at the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities since June 2015, Matthew manages social media and programmatic advertising campaigns and hosts the podcast "The Municipal Voice." Previous roles include Freelance Graphic Designer for drinkcaffeine, Graphics Manager for Second Wind Media Ltd., and Marketing & Advertising Manager at Van Wilgen's Garden Center, where Matthew developed digital video content. Matthew's career began in graphic design at publications such as the New Haven Advocate and Litchfield County Times, culminating in leadership positions like Art Director at the New Haven Advocate. Matthew’s extensive experience encompasses branding, marketing strategy, and creative direction across various media platforms.