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David Rudd

David Rudd (BSJ88) was inducted into Medill’s Hall of Achievement in 2026.

Rudd is the executive vice president and senior counselor at Rudd Resources where he advises clients on messaging strategy, executive communication, community relations and media engagement.

Rudd has successfully managed and overseen content development, corporate affairs and public relations with a constant focus on equity. He is a proven strategic communications adviser, directing communications for senior leaders in the medical, technology and legislative fields.

He is a communications professional and writer from tenures with the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Public Schools, Illinois State Senate, Motorola, Weber Shandwick and University of Chicago Medicine.

He is an adviser to IMPACT Leadership Development Program of the Chicago Urban League and a Leadership Greater Chicago Fellow. He is a past board member of Prevent Child Abuse America and USA Gymnastics.