Morgan Martinez

Morgan Martinez serves as InterAction's Vice President of Communications, Membership, and Public Engagement, overseeing the organization's communications strategy, events and education, and membership portfolio.

In her previous role as Senior Director of Communications and Public Engagement, Martinez led the strategic realignment of InterAction's communications strategy and oversaw InterAction's flagship event, Forum.

Prior to joining InterAction, Martinez held the position of Deputy Director of External Affairs at the International Republican Institute. There, she expanded the organization's online communications efforts, notably launching "Democracy Speaks" and IRI's podcast, "Global." Her international experience includes monitoring elections in Tunisia, Ukraine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and Timor-Leste.

Martinez has established herself as an expert in digital media use within challenging political environments. She spoke at the Harvard University Institute of Politics John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum in 2013 on the use of social media as an indispensable element of the 2012 presidential election. In 2012, Martinez served as Director of Digital Strategy for Governor Buddy Roemer (R-LA) of Louisiana, where she developed an innovative online strategy that garnered attention from major news sources and earned nominations for Shorty and Mashable Awards. Martinez's earlier career included a position with Lieutenant Governor Abel Maldonado (R-CA) from 2007 to 2010.

Martinez has a special place in her heart for developing the next generation of freedom fighters— conducting training sessions for activists in numerous countries, including Laos, Burma, The Gambia, Hong Kong, and Turkey, focusing on leveraging digital platforms in closed and closing societies. She continues to train young civic and political activists, equipping them with advanced communication skills essential for driving societal change. Her volunteer work with NGOs has reached emerging leaders from more than 60 countries.

Currently based in Alexandria, Virginia, Martinez brings a wealth of experience in strategic communications, digital advocacy, and international development to her role at InterAction.