Damien S. Navarro
25+ year portfolio of impact media, marketing, and advocacy.
Damien is an accomplished bilingual, self-proclaimed, glass-half-full, urban farmer, film nerd, and passionate advocate with a mission to restore the future for the underrepresented. In addition to his 25-year+ career in business leadership, he has served as a collegiate educator, youth mentor, board member, volunteer football coach, competitive athlete, and award-winning media producer.
Damien's professional journey is defined by his extensive experience managing a wide range of media. He has successfully led globally recognized campaigns and large public sports, arts, and entertainment events. His partnerships with major studios, A-list artists, tourism hospitality brands, city and state governments, and his role in launching several tech, product, and publisher VC-backed ventures highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate. He has also played a key role in international non-profits' strategic planning.
Damien has overseen the raising and allocating of over $1B in impact investments and media for several Fortune 500 corporate social responsibility initiatives, employee retention groups, private foundations, VCs, and brand-impact campaigns, supported by:
"My approach to leadership is rooted in the belief that innovation thrives where diverse perspectives intersect, and true success is measured by the positive impact we leave behind. Empowering others, challenging the status quo, and creating a legacy of progress and inclusion is what I hope I'm known for."
- Damien S. Navarro
1924 - My Native American Ancestors, including my Abuela, as a young girl in El Paso.
Restoring the Future for the Underepresented
As an urban farmer who has also lived in Alaska, Oregon, and California, I have witnessed the impact of climate change. I have a deep commitment to preserving the environment for future generations.
My early journey as an entrepreneur of color has taught me that entrepreneurship is a powerful vehicle for change yet is fraught with numerous hurdles and barriers. Therefore, I am dedicated to supporting the next generation of visionary leaders to overcome those challenges.
As a former competitive queer athlete with a disability, I have grown up in a culture that is not always welcoming or believe in the value of investing in those they deem unworthy. I believe that supporting programs that empower underrepresented athletes will help them achieve their full potential.
Over the years, I have witnessed close friends, family, formerly incarcerated artists, and colleagues find themselves unhoused due to lack of access to healthcare, mental health, addiction, or life events. My work focuses on supporting programs that provide immediate relief as well as long-term solutions that address the root causes of systemic homelessness, especially for children.
Animals, wild and domestic, have always held a special place in my heart since I was a kid, bringing home every species I could find as a child. I was obsessed with becoming a marine biologist. The bond recently from adopting dozens of pigs, chickens, goats, dogs, cats, and even a sulcata tortoise, has only fueled my passion for protecting animal welfare.
My dedication to the arts is fueled by my early struggles after graduating from a public film school and finding limited opportunities and resources. Tomorrow's storytellers must be given the freedom and resources to reflect and shape the world through their creativity, transparency, and bravery.
Broadcast opening welcome and speech of Outfest.
Interview for Advocate Magazine's Channel
KRCW, FI, & MOCA's: The New Wave Conference
The Inclusion Diaspora of Hollywood Panel
Interview for Latine' Queer Talkshow, The Q Agenda
Morning Show Appearance on KTLA 5 - Los Angeles
Correspondent at premiere of Amazon's Anything's Possible
The Executive Director of Outfest and partners Vimeo and Hyundai discuss new virtual and digital consumer experiences.
State Farm Digital Agency of Record
Best Friends Animal Society Agency of Record
Consulting contract to re-map the entirety of Cornell's fundraising efforts.
Complete Re-branding and media development for St. Cloud State University.
Digital Agency-of-Record for Loma Linda University Medical Center
Walgreens & Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign and content.
Walgreens & Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign and content.
Walgreens & Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign and content.
Walgreens & Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign and content.
Walgreens & Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign and content.
Rebranding, full-media re-design, and marketing strategy for a large State University.
A partnership between Intel & Warner Bros. Discovery
A partnership between Comic Relief USA and Walgreens
Cheerios celebrates giving back in cities across America.
Shot in Puerto Rico - the A-lister helps design some new gear for good.
Samsung Next highlights the cutting edge businesses in which it invests.
Join Dr. Adam and InstaTemp on a journey of health and wellness to the communities of Monrovia.
Johnson & Johnson chronicles the global response to COVID-19.
It is a blast from the past as Outfest looks over its decades of influence.
A partnership with The Work culminates in a film, fashion, and music first.
At Little Tikes, they don't just make Cozy Coupes; they make high-flying pilots and astronauts taking their first steps in space! We make pirates on high tides and future sports stars!
The city of Orange goes red for Red Nose Day. Hidden camera spot for Walgreens to launch their campaign to help end child poverty.
Produced the annual Outfest Legacy Awards, a prestigious event celebrating the contributions of LGBTQ+ artists and creators to film and media. The Legacy Awards serve as a key fundraising gala, supporting Outfest’s mission to advance visibility, storytelling, and opportunities for LGBTQ+ communities within the entertainment industry.
Join us on the RedCarpet for Opening Night of Outfest LA - along with 60,000 attendees & 10 days of film, music, and community programming.
Best Friends Animal Society is a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters. Was responsible for the logistics and marketing strategy for the event, 'Strut Your Mutt,' leveraging paid and earned media.
Collaborated with The Sandbox and People of Crypto to produce a groundbreaking virtual event series during Pride Month, celebrating diversity, inclusion, and individuality in a boundary-free metaverse. Led the creation of the third edition of "Belonging Week," which featured a unique film and art gallery showcasing the work of queer filmmakers and artists, alongside interactive quests and events to foster community engagement.
To quantify the return on investment of partnerships, StateFarm, and the Dodgers requested a fully tech-integrated event that would provide them critical data on the visitors to the festival, their takeaways, their actions, and whether there were long-tail decisions they would make - whether it be purchasing season packages, donating to the LADF or became a StateFarm customer Managed end-to-end logistics for StateFarm-sponsored fan events, including F&B infrastructure, data collection, guest services, and on-site security.
Led the organization and execution of a large-scale music festival spanning multiple venues, including Disney REDCAT Theatre, Calamigos Ranch, and Santa Monica Beach.
Managed logistics and execution of the "Outfest Under the Stars" event series at the Ford Amphitheater, featuring top-tier talent like Margaret Cho, Kathy Griffin, and Trixie Mattel, combining outdoor experiences with stand-up, music performances, and film screenings at an iconic venue.
Partnered with Amazon Studios to create an innovative drive-in experience for the premiere of Uncle Frank, a film that explores themes of identity, acceptance, and family dynamics in the 1970s American South. This event was designed to promote the film while celebrating its core message of love and acceptance, with a special focus on engaging diverse audiences in a socially-distanced, yet intimate setting.
Conceptualized and produced Outfest's first-ever virtual holiday telethon, Givemas, to engage audiences, celebrate LGBTQ+ culture, and drive critical fundraising efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Featured celebrites such as Jeremy Pope, Matt Bomer, Melanie C, Jinkx Monsoon, Cheyenne Jackson, Patrick Starr, Theo Germaine, and Sherry Cola. With the tagline “Holigay Cheer,” the event was designed to bring together a diverse community of supporters through a unique and festive online experience.
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