Douglas Brinker Ma

Douglas Brinker MA, CPSS, DTM is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in mental health advocacy, communication, and community service. As the founder of Beacon4HOPE LLC, Douglas provides suicide prevention techniques informed by personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of seeking immediate support. Additional roles include serving as the Mental Health and VMS Programs Director for the Department of Michigan VFW and as a Certified Peer Support Specialist with LifeWays Community Mental Health. Douglas is the founder of Brinker Communication/Inspirational Services, focusing on improving organizational morale, and Operation Sandbox Santa, which supports deployed troops through fundraising. With a background in leadership roles within Toastmasters and rigorous academic training, Douglas holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Media Studies and various certifications in peer support.