David Patton

David Patton is an accomplished content strategy expert with extensive experience in digital media and journalism. Currently serving as Senior Director of Content Strategy at Fred Hutch since August 2019, Patton leads content initiatives for a prominent cancer care and research organization. Previously, as Director of Digital Media at Vulcan Inc. from January 2014 to July 2019, Patton crafted engaging narratives across various digital platforms. Patton's earlier roles include VP and Editor in Chief at Waggener Edstrom, where strong storytelling and journalism skills were employed to aid clients in audience engagement, and Senior Editor at The Wall Street Journal, contributing to the evolution of digital journalism and launching key editorial products. Patton began the career as a reporter and editor for community newspapers and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Journalism from Rutgers University.