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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

A $7B automotive technology and services business with ~27,000 team members. Brands include Autotrader, Dealertrack, Dickinson Fleet Services, NextGear Capital, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim, Spiers New Technologies, vAuto, and more.

Dallas, Tx, Us

• Identified new business opportunities for AT&T within the medium to large enterprise mobility segment to drive substantial increases in annual revenue• Researched and advised on competitive landscapes, risks, mitigations, and forecasted trends both within and outside telecom industries and mobility segments• Worked collaboratively and cross-functionally across numerous business divisions at AT&T, gathering insights, documenting process flows, customer journeys, and formulating go-to-market strategies• Prepared and presented final recommendations to AT&T executives for implementing two strategic programs, both as tactical phased capital planning initiatives to significantly increase annual cash flows

Santa Monica, California, Us

Defined and built a communication and PR function, honing the company’s overall corporate narrative, defining key messages, and ensuring clear and consistent delivery. Planned and executed a broad range of strategic communications to promote the mission, culture, and priorities to relevant stakeholders. Identified challenges and emerging issues faced by the company and led the annual and long-term strategy creation and implementation.Key Highlights:• 50,000 unique impressions found by creating engaging content for the blog; devised messaging and media outreach for crisis communications, website, and product launches.• Managed the company’s first racing program, including IndyCar, the world’s first all-female team. • 200% rise in media coverage attained by developing and integrating strategic communications and PR plans. • Helped lead company through its biggest crisis where it lost half of its dealers and nearly went bankrupt to thriving again and having its dealers return to the TrueCar network Competencies: Corporate Branding | Communications Plans | Internal & External Communications | Employee Communications | Public Affairs | Public Relations | Strategic Communications | Strategic Planning | Global Messaging | Organizational Leadership | Media & Analyst Relations | Media Engagement | Acquisitions | Earned Media Programs | Market Growth| Storyteller

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Led corporate communications team as main contact for proactive media relations activities and reactive inquiries for Edmunds.com, Edmunds’ Inside Line ,Edmunds’ CarSpace.com , Edmunds’ AutoObserver.com and Edmunds GreenCarAdvisor.comPrepared, edited and disseminated press releases and press materialsManaged corporate communications budget Supervised PR activities for data, editorial and executive departments Increased media relations results by 40 percent since joining companyCreated proactive stories/trends for automotive and consumer media by analyzing data and trends and promoting expert spokespeople Created corporate communications annual plan and strategies for Web sites and product launchesAssisted in creating key branding messages during Web site and product launchesMaintained Web site and corporate communications materialsResponsible for handling internal communications outreachGenerated and submitted weekly status reports and monthly coverage reports for executivesResearched and coordinate speaking opportunities for executives Supervised staff member and provide feedback for professional developmentUsed various social media platforms from Facebook to Twitter to push messages on consumer and industry newsServed as the company spokesperson Awarded the Edmunds.com V12 award in June 2009 presented to an employee semiannually for making a significant impact to the company

Houston, Tx, Us

(Now Edelman Public Relations)Led campaign efforts for multiple clients including Travelocity, Whole Foods Market, Marie Callender, Flowserve, Park N' Fly, Verizon Reads, Lonesome Dove Bistro, Range Online Media and ATME (Association of Travel Marketing Executives)Prepared, edited and disseminated press releases and press materialsDeveloped and updated media listsAided in creating public relations planning for multiple clients Crafted talking points and key messaging for clients Created and pitched stories and cultivated relationships with national and local print, broadcast, online and radio media outlets Spearheaded Travelocity's executive visibility program; researched and worked directly with C and VP-level executives to secure high-level national speaking engagements specifically targeting key pre-determined topics and audiences Researched and prepared award entries in support of Travelocity product developments and strategicprograms, ranging from product introductions and financial growth to community involvementSupervised three entry-level account staff on activities and provide feedback for professional developmentAwarded the company "ROAR" award twice (January 2003 and January 2004) which is given quarterly to one employee in the entire agency for outstanding media relations results

New York, Ny, Us

Worked on Got Milk? campaign in conjunction with sponsors, Rolling Stones and MTV Served as media spokesperson for national Got Milk? tour Conducted live and taped interviews for television and radio segmentsPlanned, implemented and executed over 40 local market eventsManaged and worked with event management companyDeveloped relationships with regional clients and vendors Coordinated radio promotions in local markets

New York, Ny, Us

Assisted in creating news releases and pitch letters. Pitched stories to the media. Prepared and distributed press releases and press kits. Updated media list which included newspapers, magazines, and trade journals. Wrote and edited bios for clients. Researched editorial calendars for opportunities for clients. Supported the American Airlines crisis communications team during the September 11 tragedy. Aided American Airlines by monitoring news coverage and informing the client of any news inaccuracies. Researched various responses during a crisis by other airlines to formulate a response to federal agencies, media, and general public. Researched information for Pizza Hut to prepare the company for its newest product launch for marketing efforts surrounding the Super Bowl as well as researched information for other existing and potential clients.

San Antonio, Texas, Us

Animal Tracks 5K Event CoordinatorPlanned, implemented and executed the Second Annual Animal Tracks 5K Run/WalkResponsible for sponsorship, donations and recruitment of participants Helped create logo and t-shirts for event and pitch event to mediaRecruited PETCO as title sponsor for annual eventIncreased the amount of money raised by 490%, sponsorships and donations by 450% and overall participants by 375%

San Antonio, Tx, Us

(was Ultramar Diamond Shamrock)Created facts sheets on the company, its refineries and retail outlets Developed brochure and intranet pages for UDS VolunteersHanded donation requests for UDS FoundationWrote executives biographies and supported in editing the 2000 annual report and internal communication publications

San Antonio, Texas, Us

Aided in planning, implementing and executing fundraising activities for Spurs Foundation, including its annual golf tournament, luncheon and gala and auctionAssisted in the coordination, execution and supervision of Spurs Rewards program during its inaugural year, which had over 7,000 membersResponsible for getting over 300 auction items for the annual gala and auctionAssisted in handling over 200 donations requests each month and securing player/dance team members for appearancesServed as the team liaison between public, season ticket holders and Spurs administrative staffResponded to over 75 questions and concerns of season ticket holders and public each monthManaged 40 volunteers during every home game for Spurs Rewards programHelped in team being named the winner of the 2000 Pro Team Community Award, an honor given to a professional sports franchise for its dedication and commitment to community involvement

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

B.A., Communications