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Orlando, Fl, Us

Bonita Springs, Florida, United States

Hired to lead and mentor communications team, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance to meet strategic goals. Design and implement campaigns to bolster brand awareness and support talent acquisition efforts. Craft compelling and high-impact content designed to engage and inform both internal and external audiences, driving brand awareness and employee engagement.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Spearhead the growth and development of the corporate communications team, improving internal collaboration and external engagement strategies.• Create and distribute a variety of communications materials, including internal memos, strategy documents, executive presentations, intranet articles, and newsletters.• Collaborate with human resources, talent acquisition, marketing, sales, operations, safety, and sustainability teams to highlight brand attributes and craft narratives that reflect the company’s core values.• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans for key company initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy to effectively inform and inspire employees.

Houston, Texas, United States

Transitioned from primary copywriter for the Shell Recharge brand to a pivotal role in the grants and incentives team, focusing on electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Collaborated closely with interagency teams to develop and manage high-impact campaigns and activations, increasing the visibility of Shell Recharge. Created strategic communications and targeted marketing materials that aligned with business objectives. Coordinated and prepared RFP and application responses for federal grants to expand EV charging station network across various states.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Co-led an initiative to secure $9.9M in federal grants, aimed at establishing EV charging stations in underserved and urban communities as part of a national charging and fueling infrastructure program.• Provided support to team in acquiring $10.24M in federal grants through the preparation of RFP and application responses, directly contributing to the expansion of the EV charging network.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Devised an external public relations strategy for this subsidiary of The Shell Group, partnering with the global agency Edelman to elevate brand visibility and corporate reputation. Forged strong relationships while managing a team of three from Edelman, ensuring alignment with company goals in public relations. Interacted with Shell’s corporate relations team to navigate risk management and uphold the subsidiary's interests. Facilitated executive communications, including crafting presentations and thought leadership pieces for C-suite executives, to position the company as a leader in electric vehicle charging infrastructure.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Achieved a significant feature in Wired, showcasing the company's innovation in EV infrastructure through strategic collaboration with the agency team and Uber.• Formulated communication strategies that resulted in cautious yet impactful press releases, balancing Shell's need for legal prudence with the subsidiary's public relations objectives.• Created and pitched high-impact presentations and thought leadership content for executive leadership, enhancing the company's profile in the EV sector.

Kissimmee, Florida, United States

Spearheaded the development and launch of a monthly digital magazine focused on community living, encompassing responsibilities including curating engaging content and establishing effective communication channels. Orchestrated the entire content development process, from determining editorial direction to writing and editing articles, all within a stringent time frame and without additional resources or budget. Played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of corporate events, including in-person town halls.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Pioneered the magazine’s inaugural issue within three months, setting a sustainable template and format that continues to be the backbone of the publication, distributed to more than 45,000 homeowners.• Established the magazine as a key business development and client outreach tool for the community management company, developing editorial and design direction, facilitating content development, and leading advertising sales with minimal support.

Kissimmee, Florida, United States

Facilitated and managed the entire process of implementing cutting-edge technology solutions, comprising a corporate website, mobile app, resident portal, and payment platform for homeowners' monthly assessments, optimizing client interaction and operational efficiency. Supervised a communications team to maintain growing company's communications function while seamlessly integrating large-scale project management responsibilities. Partnered with external IT team and SaaS vendor, demonstrating agility in adopting and overseeing new technology initiatives.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Executed four major technology implementations within a challenging four-month period, staying under budget and meeting strict deadlines, showcasing rapid adaptation and project management skills.• Maintained a 100% retention rate of direct reports, reflecting effective leadership and team stability.• Directed the integration of videography into the digital media manager's role, including a $10K investment in equipment, significantly promoting brand visibility and boosting the company's digital presence.

Kissimmee, Florida, United States

Headed the establishment of a communications department in Artemis, a newly formed entity post-merger, navigating the challenges of a distributed workforce and dual corporate offices. Steered internal, external and executive communications, adapting to diverse needs ranging from company-wide updates to personalized letters for government officials. Shaped communication strategies to smooth post-merger transitions, ensuring effective outreach to developers, community boards and homeowners.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• United two distinct corporate cultures and over 150 employees into a cohesive entity with a newly developed corporate voice and style, communicating the transition to an extensive client base of more than 45,000 homeowners across 150+ communities.• Launched an internal communications program, including a weekly e-newsletter and monthly virtual town halls, significantly enhancing information flow and morale among employees, despite the absence of formal satisfaction metrics.• Hired and mentored key personnel, including a communications specialist and a digital media manager, thereby centralizing communications functions and elevating the quality of external communications in compliance with Florida statutes.

Orlando, Florida, United States

Pioneered philanthropic communications initiatives for Westgate Resorts, focusing on community affairs and collaboration with nonprofit organizations and governmental bodies. Conceived and defined communication strategies across various business segments, including executive leadership, resort management and digital marketing. Participated in planning and execution of large-scale, multi-day events, promoting the company’s philanthropic mission and fostering community engagement. Collaborated closely with designers, photographers and videographers to craft compelling visual narratives that aligned with brand messaging.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Orchestrated a team-building rally for 900 team members after 75% of the Gatlinburg resort was destroyed by wildfires, securing a local theater venue, developing executive presentations and facilitating public relations for the event.• Wrote the winning application for the Orlando Business Journal’s 2017 Veterans’ Champion Award for the CEO, significantly enhancing the company's reputation and showcasing commitment to a large-scale, multi-day military appreciation event.• Initiated and updated the foundation's Facebook page, effectively showcasing partnerships and community initiatives, resulting in increased digital engagement and public awareness.

Celebration, Florida, United States

Conceptualized branding and marketing strategies for client companies and individual authors, focusing on creating and bolstering distinct brand identities. Presided over the development of engaging and compelling book content, providing extensive editorial and promotional support. Conducted in-depth research and crafted personalized donor reports for the University of Cincinnati Foundation, illustrating the impactful use of scholarships and grants. Cooperated with businesses, nonprofits and authors to create high-impact communications, employing expertise in storytelling and strategic content creation. Acted as a communications coach, offering ongoing support and guidance in content development and promotional strategies for companies and nonprofits.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Authored more than 750 individualized fund summaries in the first year and over 1,000 in the subsequent year for the University of Cincinnati Foundation, effectively connecting donors to award recipients and contributing to an unspecified surge in donations.• Developed and edited a dozen nonfiction books, including editing and marketing for "From the Jungle to the Boardroom," which achieved #1 Inc. magazine bestseller status.