Who We Are

Hiring a marketing or public relations firm can be like jumping into a pool while not being sure there is water in the pool…. So often company’s spend money on a media firms and walk away wondering what they got for their money…

DM Baker Media has over 20 years of experience as a creative problem-solving firm on a global scale for numerous for-profits, non-profits and high- profile individuals. Experts in media, messaging, innovation, strategic relationships, entrepreneurship, and crisis management. 

We are fixers and creatives who approach things with a different point of view than many other firms. We are collaborative and forward leaning. And we put this to work for you and your organization.

Well, DM Baker wants to set your mind at ease….  We provide services and benchmarks that demonstrate quantifiable results toward your goals!  So now you can “jump in’ with confidence!

About the CEO

Dennis Baker is an experienced and creative problem solver with global reach, specializing in media messaging, crisis management, and technology innovation.

As the CEO of DM Baker Media and Polis Assist, Inc., Dennis has served as a consultant to numerous established corporations, non-profits, and high-profile individuals. A development specialist, he has raised millions of dollars for non-profits with annual budgets ranging from $100,000 to $2 billion. His expertise spans diverse areas, including museums, hospitals, universities, and international aid organizations. Dennis is also a seasoned PR professional, having managed several New York Times bestselling authors and leading high-impact public relations campaigns for advocacy groups, movie projects, and entertainers.

Dennis is the Founder and CEO of Polis Assist, Inc.  (www.polisassist.com), a mobile app company focused on locating fee-free parking in Los Angeles, with plans to expand to New York City and San Francisco. Polis Assist was recognized as the #2 mobile app by LA Weekly, a finalist in the prestigious Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong L.A. Innovation Awards, and a finalist in the Leading Cities Accelicity program, selected from over 550 other startups.

A graduate of Westmont College and a Hansard Scholar based at the London School of Economics, Dennis has a rich professional background. Before founding DM Baker Media Relations, he worked for the U.S. Senate, the British House of Commons, FOX TV, and in management at a media buying/PR firm. He is a member of the NEXUS, the Anti-Defamation League Glass Leadership group, and serves on the board of EPIC Impact Society and the Interparliamentary Taskforce on Human Trafficking. Dennis also serves on several other non-profit boards of directors, with a special focus on human rights issues.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dennis is the author of Building Your Board of Directors for Life, (published by Post Hill Press) an inspirational and practical guide that empowers readers to master mentorship and servant leadership. Drawing from his own experiences and those of influential figures, Dennis illustrates the profound impact of mentorship in achieving personal and professional growth. His book provides actionable advice for building a lifelong network of trusted mentors who guide, support, and inspire success. Through a blend of personal stories and practical tools, Dennis offers a roadmap for thriving in today’s fast-paced, often isolating world.

To learn more about this book or for speaking opportunities, go to: www.yourboard4life.com