Anne Mitchell Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati, Ohio

Anne developed a model career exploration program for middle school students that has been recognized nationally for innovation.

Assign, edit, and write articles, columns, and reviews for dining section of local independent weekly newspaper. Archives can be viewed at www.citybeat.com/cincinnati/by-author-53-1.html

Planned and managed internal communication activities for a multinational health and beauty company. Led monthly global communication webinars. Worked with ITSS department to manage SAP portal content. Revamped corporate website with outside interactive marketing agency. Developed strategic communication plan for affiliate office closing. Led “Cincinnati Ambassadors” program, resulting in over 50 percent decision-to-relocate.

Led initiatives that resulted in company being named “2008 America’s Best Builder” by premier industry publication. Developed and implemented communication strategies for locally-based homebuilder that grew exponentially during my tenure, to $1 billion annual revenue. As company spokesperson, represented company in print, on radio, and television. Developed and implemented crisis communication plans and company crisis policy. Led corporate social responsibility initiatives, and told that story compellingly, resulting in Board Chairman’s recognition with the BUILDER/Hearthstone philanthropy award. Developed and executed plans for three corporate acquisitions. Developed key media contacts to expand coverage of the company locally and nationally. Wrote press releases to announce successes, promote events, and spotlight products in 10 media markets. Placed stories and handled local and national media inquiries. Engaged employees through company publications and meetings.

Wrote, edited, and produced weekly corporate headquarters newsletter. Edited and scheduled production of monthly company-wide newsletter for 3,000 employees in 15 locations. Scripted and produced daily broadcast news update. Coordinated events including annual Riverfest party, with over 1,300 guests and a budget of $30,000. Managed budgets for events, employee gifts and recognition, and charitable contributions. Increased awareness of corporate Quality programs through various communications vehicles and presentations. Presented monthly new-hire orientation course.

James Madison College

Ba, Economics