Inspiring Change Through Fatherhood, Strategy, and Storytelling
Empowering Families and Elevating Voices for a Brighter Tomorrow
About Me
A Husband and Father's Journey
Hey there, I'm Dontaye Carter. My story is one of love, family, and a quest to make the world a better place.
Eight years ago, I set out on an incredible journey, leaving behind Valdosta, Georgia, to follow my heart to Atlanta. My only mission was to marry the woman who had stolen my heart at a Valentine's Day party years earlier. At that time, I was working as a reporter in Valdosta, and she had just completed her residency, preparing for an interview with Women's Health Associates.
Our love story began with a dance, and it's been a dance to our own beat ever since. When I asked her to dance, she hesitated, saying, "You don't understand, I have two left feet." But I replied, "I have two right feet. Let's see if we can find our own rhythm." And from that magical night, we've been finding our way together.
Karen got the job, we got married, and together, we've poured our hearts into building a loving home for our beautiful daughter in Atlanta.
I wear many hats - I'm a husband, a father, a business owner, an author, and an activist. But my greatest joy comes from being a husband and a father, cherishing every moment with my family.
As the Founder and Lead Communication Strategist at Carter Media Group (CMG), I've harnessed my professional skills to make a difference. My journey has taken me from small-town stories to big-time recognition in Public Relations and Communications. I'm proud to have given a voice to survivors and their families in high-profile cases, like R. Kelly and Ahmaud Arbery, earning three prestigious awards from the 26th Annual Communicators Awards.
But beyond the professional accolades, my focus is on making a difference in the lives of others. I've worked tirelessly to raise awareness on important cases, such as Ahmaud Arbery, Jimmy Atchison, and advocating for the survivors of R. Kelly. We've tackled critical issues like SB 202 and voter suppression while helping public figures, like Rep. Park Cannon, share their stories.
My journey into communications began in 2016, as I significantly expanded the social media reach of Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard. This transformation, from 200 to over 18,000 followers organically, highlighted the power of effective storytelling to engage audiences and drive results.
Today, at Carter Media Group, our mission is to help businesses connect with their audiences by crafting powerful narratives. We've seen how stories can transform perspectives and inspire change.
Our services, including Public Relations Consulting, Media Relations, Digital Marketing Strategy, and Crisis Management, are all aimed at making a positive impact. If you want to get in touch or learn more about our work, please reach out to me at dontaye@cartermedia.net.
Join me on this journey of love, family, and making the world a better place.