MEET THE BOARD

A nationally recognized leader in public relations and branding, Jack M. Berkman brings over four decades of expertise to the Statue of Responsibility Foundation.

As President and CEO of Berkman Strategic Communications, he has built a legacy of excellence, earning over 90 Bernays Awards and the prestigious PRSA Silver Anvil Award for outstanding public relations campaigns.

Berkman’s involvement with the Foundation is instrumental in shaping its communication strategies, ensuring its message of responsibility reaches a broad and engaged audience. With deep experience in strategic branding, media relations, and crisis communication, he plays a crucial role in positioning the Statue of Responsibility as a national symbol of unity and purpose.

His philanthropic contributions reflect his commitment to service, having raised over $4 million for charities and served on more than 50 boards in the San Diego area. His passion for mentorship and community engagement is evident through his longstanding work with organizations such as Rotary Club #33, the San Diego Press Club, and the Greater San Diego Chamber of Commerce.



Inducted into the PRSA College of Fellows, Berkman’s leadership in the field of communications has set a high standard of integrity, vision, and innovation. His ability to craft compelling narratives and build meaningful connections makes him a driving force behind the Statue of Responsibility’s mission to inspire responsibility on a national scale.