About Dave Reno

Hi, I’m Dave.
I work at the intersection of communications and public service, focusing on clarity, trust, and practical problem-solving.

My work centers on helping public-sector teams explain complex topics, engage communities, and communicate in ways that are clear, accessible, and grounded in real-world constraints. My approach to public communication is nationally recognized as a model by the American Public Works Association.

My work often includes:

  • Public-sector communication and community engagement

  • Plain-language writing for complex or technical topics

  • Content strategy and public-facing materials

  • Strategic communication planning and evaluation

  • Photography and visual storytelling


This site highlights selected portfolio work, along with writing about communication, community engagement, and the systems behind public-sector work.

Interested in connecting? You can reach me on LinkedIn or through the contact form below.

Downtown Kansas City, Missouri landscape photo taken during the fall with vibrant trees and deep, cloudy skies.
Downtown Kansas City, Missouri landscape photo taken during the fall with vibrant trees and deep, cloudy skies.

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Urban mural of a labor figure on the Kansan Building, with selective color against a grayscale streetscape.
Urban mural of a labor figure on the Kansan Building, with selective color against a grayscale streetscape.