Damon Talbott

Damon Talbott has a diverse work experience spanning different industries and roles. Damon currently works as a Digital Communications Specialist at TouchNet, a Global Payments Company. Prior to that, they held the position of Business Development Content Developer at Clyde & Co from 2019 to 2021.

Before transitioning to the private sector, Talbott worked at The University of Kansas where they served as the Program Coordinator of Communications & Professional Development in the Office of Graduate Studies from 2013 to 2019. Damon also held the role of Sias Graduate Research Fellow at the Hall Center for the Humanities from 2012 to 2013.

Their previous roles include being a Graduate Assistant at The University of Kansas from 2006 to 2012, an Information Services Manager at the University of Michigan's Career Center from 2004 to 2006, and an Administrative Assistant at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System from 2003 to 2004.

Talbott also gained experience in the education sector, working as a Faculty Member in the Department of English at Millbrook School from 2002 to 2003 and as Head Tour Guide in the Office of Admissions at Amherst College from 2000 to 2002.

Furthermore, they completed an internship as an Analyst in the Investment Management Division at Goldman Sachs in 2001. With a wide range of experiences, Talbott brings a diverse skill set to their current position.

Damon Talbott attended Amherst College from 1998 to 2002, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion/Religious Studies. After a gap of a few years, they enrolled at The University of Kansas in 2006 and completed a Master of Arts degree in American/United States Studies/Civilization in 2008. Following their master's degree, Damon Talbott continued their education at The University of Kansas and earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in American/United States Studies/Civilization in 2013.