Brandon Chiat

Brandon is an empathetic leader, thoughtful storyteller, and forward-acting marketer with 10+ years of experience as a writer, advisor, strategist, and in-house director for Jewish community organizations. He’s a “nice Jewish boy” turned creative professional who believes compelling content and distinctive design can help ensure the survival of Jewish communities, culture, and traditions. Brandon is a former Jewish summer camper, an alumnus of two Jewish day schools, and grew up in Jewish Community Centers: the first home run he ever hit was on a JCC baseball field. Brandon is eager to apply his talent and vision to the Bender JCC. His digital and traditional marketing expertise includes brand strategy and positioning, editorial planning and creative content development, and social media strategy. Brandon started his career as a writer for publications including the Baltimore Jewish Times and co-founded a popular digital music magazine. These experiences taught him that engaging communications begin with two parties seeking a deeper understanding of one another and that great content should always be helpful, interesting, and entertaining. When the Great Recession led Brandon away from journalism, he began specializing in content marketing, helping organizations communicate more authentically and consistently. When he’s not wordsmithing, Brandon is likely buried in a new novel, crossing cities off his bucket list, or playing guitar. He lives for live music.