David Genty

David Genty is a seasoned professional in public affairs and event management, currently serving as Public Affairs Manager for the Village of Glendale Heights since August 2013. Previously, David held roles as Public Affairs Coordinator and Recreation Supervisor of Special Events and Marketing at Huntley Park District, where marketing and community relations strategies were developed to enhance participant engagement. In addition to public sector experience, David has worked as a Freelance Photographer since January 2016, specializing in event and portrait photography while also blogging about travel experiences. Other notable positions include Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator at Champaign Park District and Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator for the Illinois State University Symphony Orchestra. David holds a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Park Administration from Illinois State University.