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| Matthew Di Taranto |
Matthew Di Taranto, who most recently was senior director of PR & communications at Out & Equal, has joined the New York office of Washington-based Avoq.
He is VP in Avoq’s reputation management practice.
At O&E, Di Taranto worked to advance the nonprofit’s mission to advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace.
Previously, he was senior director of external affairs at Foot Locker, where Di Taranto elevated its purpose work.
During his nearly 15-year career, Di Taranto also held jobs at New York City’s Economic Development Corp (senior VP-PA), International Rescue Fund (senior communications officer for global partnerships), Edelman (senior account supervisor) and RF|Binder (director).
He has handled public affairs, media relations, executive thought leadership, visibility and messaging development.
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