Jeffrey Guard (He/Him/His) is The LOFT's Director of Marketing & Communications which includes oversight of the marketing and development programs, the management of business partnerships, and strengthening of The LOFT's ties to the business community. Jeffrey also oversees The LOFT's social media and traditional media venues, and serves as the Editor in Chief for OUTSpoken, The LOFT's online community magazine, and facilitates One Voice: LGBTQ+ HIV Support Group. 

Prior to joining the LOFT in 2020, Jeffrey has held a variety of positions in marketing and communications with companies that include Pfizer Inc., lululemon athletica, and CVS Health.  He is also a published writer whose work has appeared in the national publications Guideposts, and Chicken Soup For The Soul. He graduated from Texas A&M University-College Station with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.