Leads communications and culture change efforts (publications, employee messaging, website content, leadership talking points) through a people-first methodology to foster greater connection and engagement. Portfolio includes work for ExxonMobil, Sodexo, Nokia, VlogBoss Studios, McMorrow Report, International Facility Management Association, Houston Writers Guild and MKB Excellent Executive Coaching. Develops customized change management strategies, training and coaching to enhance employee engagement, workplace communication and customer/member trust. Offers strategic guidance to leaders, focusing on integrated stories to align culture and business results to drive awareness of the company's goals.Writes, blogs and is editor-in-chief for WORTHY publication; top writer for the topics of inspiration and leadership on Medium. Hosts weekly #DareToBe Twitter chat since 2014 (handle: @asanchez16) focusing on personal development, vulnerability, courage and empowerment topics every Tuesday at 8 p.m. EST.Hosts monthly WORTHY: Online Rally for Hope & Kindness in an effort to inspire and empower individuals to share their stories of courage, defying the odds and/or perseverance.

Helps lead, spread and facilitate awareness efforts of putting people first in the workplace. We are all humans first before we are specific titles and roles. Also coauthored "You Belong Here" HumansFirst book of 32 stories, 32 experiences and 32 people. Available at Amazon. More information found at www.humansfirst.club.

Repeatedly recognized for top performance through promotions:-Vice President of Communications and Organizational Change-Sr. Director of Communications/Editor-in-Chief, FMJ Magazine-Director of Communications, Editor-in-Chief, FMJ Magazine-Communications Manager/EditorProvided strategic and tactical leadership, management and oversight of communications, including but not limited to social media, publications, marketing, web services and video production. Supervised five departments. Led a US$350K global nontraditional marketing campaign, in conjunction with international staff and agencies.Engaged stakeholders with webinars, podcasts, articles and conference presentations on transformational leadership, change management and emotional marketing. Challenged the status quo to invest in new ways of communicating. Initiated "Board Take Over" videos, as well as Facebook LIVE/Periscope efforts with stakeholders to drive engagement, empowerment and enhance collaboration. Led change efforts within the communications and marketing departments to form a cohesive cross functional team. Revamped roles and direction with an emphasis on people-first content marketing. Worked remotely overseas in Baku, Azerbaijan for one year, serving as a pioneer for the company's remote working capabilities. Implemented original initiatives to enhance trust, collaboration and engagement. Founder of IFMA Champions program; devised to personify the company's values through coaching and teambuilding. Appointed as one of top two advisors to the president/CEO, responsibilities included oversight of the company's US$12MM budget, as well as senior executive representation at board meetings, global events, etc. Led and oversaw the company's top initiative on knowledge strategy, as well as the research agenda. Oversaw the entire production and editorial of the company's flagship publication, including writing columns, articles and conducting interviews.

Led the editorial and production of the association's print and online flagship magazine, includes overseeing writers, editors and designers.

Initiated media relations campaigns/promotions for the company's independent film launches.Served as the company spokesperson/writer/editor.

Achieved promotional advancement:-Director of Public Relations/Editor, Delphian Magazine-Public Relations Coordinator/Editor, Delphian Magazine-Public Relations Assistant/WriterServed as the editor/designer for the quarterly magazine and monthly newsletter.Wrote on behalf of the board, head of school, etc. Involved in the creation of the school's inaugural website.Oversaw the school's photography; served as the school photographer.Taught journalism and Spanish classes.