Zach Drennan

Senior Creative Strategist

Zach’s interest in public relations and communication grew out of a lifelong interest in multiple creative pursuits. His design skills, love of reading and passion for finding different ways to tell stories led him toward branding and communication before knowing much about either.

“I’ve always been fascinated with how written and visual communication permeate every facet of our daily lives and how the smallest intricacies can make a huge difference in how things are perceived.”

Zach Drennan grew up in Wagram, N.C. and is a 2014 graduate of Scotland High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) in 2018. He currently lives in Pender County with his wife and son. Zach specializes in brand strategy and digital media production, including digital and social advertising and content creation, graphic design, web video production and web design. He is a Meta Certified Creative Strategy Professional. Zach’s work has been recognized by the Hermes Creative Awards, dotComm Awards and MarCom Awards. Zach currently serves as the Vice President of the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce and was recognized as the Chamber’s 2022 Young Professional of the Year.

  • B.A. in Communication Studies, University of North Carolina Wilmington (2018)
  • North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
    • President (2023-24)
    • Vice President (2022-23)
    • Board Member (2021-present)
    • Facilitator, Power Connections (2020-present)
  • N.C. Chapter, Public Relations Society of America
    • Board Member (January 2023-present)
    • Website Chair (June 2023-present)
    • Communication Chair (January - June 2023)
    • Communications Committee (2022)
  • Port City Young Professionals
  • North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
    • President (2023-24)
    • Vice President (2022-23)
    • Board Member (2021-24)
    • Facilitator, Power Connections (2019-24)
  • Seahawk Village Vice President of Public Relations, UNCW Residence & Housing Association
  • UNCW Campus Conduct Board
  • UNCW Academic Honor Board

Music production
Strength training
Yardwork
Woodworking

Zach had a fainting goat as a childhood pet, along with other farm animals.

Favorite Quote

"The man who loves walking will walk further than the man who loves the destination"

Professional Philosophy

Strive for the highest standard of integrity and honesty. Own your successes and mistakes. Give credit where it’s due.

First Job

Scotland High School Auditorium Technician

First Leadership Role

Operations Shift Leader, UNCW Campus Life Event Staff.