Wake Forest University School of Divinity Appoints Dan Culpepper as Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations
Winston-Salem, N.C. — Wake Forest University School of Divinity is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Culpepper as its new Director of Communications, Marketing, and Public Relations.
Culpepper brings more than a decade of experience leading strategic communications and brand development across the corporate and tech industries.
He has built and grown brands, developed high-impact products and services, and delivered measurable outcomes that have driven strong revenue performance. His expertise in aligning storytelling with strategic goals brings a fresh perspective to the School of Divinity’s mission and expanding public voice.
“Dan brings a visionary approach and a collaborative energy that aligns perfectly with our commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Dean of Wake Forest University School of Divinity and Wake Forest Professor of the Humanities Corey D. B. Walker. “We are confident that his leadership will help strengthen our brand identity, enhance engagement with prospective and enrolled students, and expand our reach across diverse communities.”
In his role, Culpepper will lead the School’s communications and marketing strategy, oversee media and public relations, manage digital and print publications, and guide branding initiatives that support enrollment, student engagement, alumni relations, and institutional advancement.
“I’m honored to join a university community rooted in purpose and driven by values that resonate deeply with me,” said Culpepper. “I look forward to magnifying the stories of students, faculty, and alumni who are making an impact through faith, service, and scholarship.”
Culpepper previously served in the technology sector as Director of Design where he played a pivotal role in the development of new, market-disrupting technologies.
About Wake Forest University School of Divinity
Wake Forest University School of Divinity blends tradition with innovation to shape the next generation of faith leaders. Christian by tradition, Baptist in heritage, and ecumenical in outlook, the School Divinity fosters a vibrant, inclusive community where theological education meets real-world purpose. In the spirit of the University’s motto, Pro Humanitate, the School of Divinity equips students for faithful lives of service, leadership, and justice.
Wake Forest University School of Divinity offers Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Religion, and Doctor of Ministry degrees and dual degrees in law, management, bioethics, counseling, education, and sustainability, emphasizing holistic formation that integrates academic excellence, spiritual depth, and vocational clarity.
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