David Schoenthal is a seasoned communications and public relations professional with extensive experience across various sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at Phillips 66 since March 2023, David previously held the role of Community Relations Advisor at Martinez Refining Company LLC from July 2019 to March 2023, providing critical insights on public and media reactions. Other notable positions include Principal Consultant at David Schoenthal Consulting, Community Engagement Manager at Summit Public Schools, and roles in business development and sales at companies such as The Light Digital, Cision, and salesforce.com. David holds a Master of Arts in Speech Communication from San Jose State University and a BA from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, complemented by an Associate degree from El Camino College.