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Boys & Girls Club of Delaware - Greater Dover is part of a nationwide movement whose mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

B Porter Consulting is dedicated to connecting organizations with strategic solutions that achieve business outcomes and transform organizational culture. With a strongly held belief that engaged people are the heart of every great strategy, BP excels at assessing, analyzing and executing successful Employee Engagement Strategies. Additionally, BP provides expert Communications, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Facilitation and Branding services.

Member of Senior Leadership team, leading all aspects of the organization’s marketing and communications strategy and execution, including branding, social media, advertising, public relations, special events, video and webinar production, collateral development, employee newsletter and communications, board communications, press releases, design and infographics, direct mail, sponsorship and partner development.Responsible for communicating the organization’s mission, vision, strategy and community impact work to various stakeholders through website, videos, collaterals, infographics.Developed and executed internal and external strategic marketing communication plans, including fundraising and donor/board/partner engagement implementing a digital formatServed as strategic advisor to UWDE’s CEO, COO and Senior Team on internal and external communications matters, crisis communications, business continuity planning, cultivating and enhancing relationships with key audiences including donors, directors, community leaders, corporate partners, nonprofit partners, media and the general public.Led statewide COVID-19 emergency response in coordination with top nonprofits and state agencies.

Developed and executed enterprise-wide corporate communications approach and long-term strategic plan, as presented to the Board of Directors, investors, and business partnersDesigned and implemented strategic communications to support growth opportunities including mergers, acquisitions, and expansion of services into new regionsDrove world-class levels of employee engagement by designing and implementing strategic Internal communications, internal communications channels, intranet, employee programs, HR programs, executive communications and videosPartnered with geographically dispersed stakeholders including an internal communications network, business units, executives, Corporate Communications, Human Resources, Legal and customer care teamsDrove measurement and analysis of the effectiveness of internal communications efforts to inform communications practices and improve employee engagementConducted market and brand perception measurement and analysis to inform external brand communications strategySpecialized in change management and communications, serving new corporate functions: procurement strategic sourcing, business development, and corporate strategic planningElevated stakeholder engagement by creating multiple communication channels across a diverse portfolio of business units Worked directly with CEO and Senior VP of Strategic Development on high-priority projects

Implemented internal and external communications strategies, employee engagement and brand development across a portfolio of companies and product lines Ensured clear and consistent communications during the integration of a new subsidiary into existing company culture, thereby growing employee engagement level by 35% in the first yearCreated a gold-standard format for the company’s first consolidated corporate strategic plan, which was presented to the Board of Directors, investors and employeesManaged high-profile public relations events, including Chesapeake Utilities’ first ringing of the closing bell at the New York Stock ExchangeDevised and directed the company’s first comprehensive internal and external brand strategy

Developed and executed strategic, integrated employee communications and community relations programs across Company’s operations, including e-mail, print, intranet, video, webcasts, social media, face-to-face and other relevant communications vehicles, aligned with the Company’s strategies and business objectives.In collaboration with internal network communicators, Business Unit Leaders and Corporate Communications team, managed and directed communications related to business unit news, organizational structure changes, strategic plan messaging, employee recognition, key events, program introductions, etc.Collaborated with business units to develop and implement communications strategies that supported business goals and strategy.Evaluated effectiveness of communications efforts and improved processes.Implemented Internal Brand Strategy. Ensured that internal communication programs and activities drove employee engagement and commitment to the Company's Brand DNA, Values, Mission, Vision, Service Standards and Strategic Plan.Developed and directed communications programs that increased the awareness and favorable image of the company among its current and prospective employees and the local community.

Assisted in the development and execution of the corporate communications strategy and internal brand roll-out to all company employees along with new internal employee programs. Coordinated internal communications campaigns to introduce new employee programs, strengthen brand awareness, create consistent messaging and enhance employee engagement.Managed and directed projects, events, or programs within a given timeframe; strengthening the business unit relationship; and ensuring high quality. Directed external vendors in addition to managing multiple large scale projects including the creation of a employee video, revamp and roll-out of employee recognition programs and the Annual Report publication. Partnered with HR to develop employee communications related to a wellness plan which included a corporate walking challenge and health fair events as well as communication of employee benefits.Assisted senior management with special requests for peer and industry research and utilized technology, including SNL mapping solutions to gather support for strategic plan and Board presentations.

Provided corporate project support to the communications, corporate governance and treasury departments. Conducted research and analyzed data, prepared spreadsheets, tracked data, compiled information for internal/external distribution, peer comparison analysis, etc.Supported the Communications Manager with communications initiatives including internal and external newsletters, Annual Report, media outreach, charitable giving campaigns, website maintenance, special events/meetings, maintaining partner relationships, writing and editing reports, project summaries, copy and press releases.Assisted Corporate Governance with research and analysis including: director and executive compensation studies, peer group bench-marking, corporate profile, proxy review, chart creation, say on pay voting analysis, etc.Supported Treasury department by serving as primary initiator for Corporate ACH electronic fund transfers to third party vendors and employee reimbursements.

Performed research and analysis for corporate projects, developed sales and marketing collateral and presentations and provided coordination and support to senior leadership in three departments - Communications, Treasury and Corporate Governance.

Contacted existing and prospective customers with credit and product offers in a sales driven professional environment