Responsible for all award processes and deliverables, including detailed review and preselection of applicants together with a dedicated subject matter expert to identify the Top 15 applications within the category from across the global organization. Ensure timely and high quality input for senior management ranking and managing board finalist (and winner) decision.Responsible for overall communication activities and impact measurement along the Award process in close alignment with the global communications team, as well as finalist communication material and Werner von Siemens Award ceremony input for finalist cases and teams (incl. on site / ceremony finalist team support).

PRTM is a global management consultancy focused on delivering operational strategies to Fortune 2000 companies across a range industries, including automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, energy, health care, high technology, and telecommunications.-Manage a team of six employees worldwide, as well as external agencies.-Responsible for global implementation of rebranding and ongoing adherence to brand standards. -Created global marketing programs for the service areas and industry groups across the firm, including print and digital advertising, events, e-newsletters, email marketing campaigns, and blogs.-Developed and managed production of thought leadership and sales materials.-Initiated and managed a global cross-functional steering committee to deefine strategic requirements for CRM system.-Oversaw management of the firm’s marketing contact database and; marketing analytics reporting with focus on best practice standards .

Software company that developed an open-standard, Java™-based operating system and application platform for the mobile phone market. -Directed marketing efforts to update the brand.-Developed and implemented worldwide marketing communications plan; including public relations, collateral materials, sales presentations, industry events,and website. -Collaborated with product development team to integrate brand elements into software demonstration programs.-Initiated and developed internal communication programs, including corporate intranet, employee recognition programs, and employee newsletter.

Software company that developed product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions to improve the design through manufacture process for complex products in industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, and electronics.-Managed marketing budget, and staff of six located in U.S. and Germany.-Led the re-branding effort for the company and managed reintroduction to the North American market.. -Directed the global marketing communications plan; including corporate awareness, collateral materials, lead generation, development of website, and all digital marketing activities. -Created joint-marketing programs in collaboration with channel partners. -Internal liaison to other departments for the development/ enhancement of programs, including new corporate intranet, new product packaging, and other customer facing technical support site.

eXcelon (formerly Object Design) developed infrastructure software to enable automated B2B collaboration for customers in the telecommunications, banking, and insurance industries.-Responsible for $6M marketing budget, managed six direct reports, and external agencies.-Directed marketing communications for major relaunch and rebranding of the company from Object Design, an object-oriented database company to eXcelon Corporation, positioning the company in the business-to-business market. -Led the development of new corporate identity, sales materials, and website to ensure global adherence to brand standards.. -Developed an integrated marketing plan, which included print and digital advertising, tradeshows, web seminars, e-newsletters, and direct marketing campaigns for three product-lines. -Developed sales training materials and events.

An early stage software company forcused on network management tools for enterprise audit/discovery and design. -Managed $1.6M marketing budget, external public relations and advertising agencies.-Provided strategic direction for the creation and implementation of corporate awareness campaigns in print and digital media.-Developed and managed corporate marketing communications activities, including corporate website and partner extranet, collateral materials, and lead generation.

MSC develops a range of software products which enables mechanical simulation and analysis throughout the product development cycle.-Worked with “In-Check” business unit product management; customer support; software development; corporate marketing; and field sales to implement a competitive, integrated marketing strategy. -Managed the creation and implementation of product line advertising, collateral material, customer testimonial videos, product packaging, direct mail, and channel marketing programs. -Coordinated all public relations activities. -Organized tradeshows, seminars, and VAR conferences.

Xionics developed digital processing software and technology for the printer/multifunction market. The company grew from $6 million in 1995 to $40 million in revenue in 1997, and completed an Initial public offering (IPO) during this period.-Administered $1.7 million marketing budget to increase brand awareness and develop marketing programs focused on reaching global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and channel partners. -Selected and managed creative and public relations agencies, and created advertising campaign for national media. -Developed new corporate identity, from logo design through product packaging, and instituted corporate style guide.-Created sales materials, planned and organized industry tradeshows and company-sponsored seminars, managed direct mail campaigns, and produced prospectus and first annual report. Manager, Marketing Events (1993 – 1995)-Identified exhibit and speaking opportunities to increase awareness and promote Xionics and its products. -Established high-quality and cost-effective representation at industry tradeshows in the U.S. and Europe (including Comdex, PC Expo, Seybold, and AIIM). -Coordinated all aspects of Xionics-sponsored quarterly Symposium program in the U.S. and Japan.