
Department of Conservation and Recreation


Matt Sabas is a Senior Public Relations and Marketing Specialist with the DCR Public Communications and Marketing Office. In this role, he works closely with the DCR divisions of Soil & Water Conservation, Dam Safety, Floodplain Management, and the Office Environmental Education to develop, implement, and evaluate regional and statewide marketing and public relations activities.
Matt has eight years’ experience implementing strategic communications campaigns on behalf of clients in the agriculture, chemical, and energy industries. Prior to joining DCR, Matt was the Senior Director of Communications & Public Affairs at the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) and worked for five years as a research director with the White House Writers Group. Earlier in his career, Matt held policy and research positions at think tanks based in Washington, D.C. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from the College of William & Mary and currently resides in Richmond, VA.
By Matt SabasPosted September 24, 2024
Cover crops can be powerful tools to enhance soil health and farm resilience. READ MOREBy Matt SabasPosted July 01, 2024
DCR is proud to celebrate Cross's remarkable career and her contributions to soil and water conservation. READ MOREBy Matt SabasPosted May 22, 2024
Dams are impressive feats of engineering, providing water supply, hydropower and recreational opportunities to local communities. When they fail, however, flooding can be catastrophic. READ MORE