DAN HERRON, Director of Communications / PIOThe true test of success comes when you face challenges. I see times of testing as opportunities. I am reminded of the words of the great Henry Ford: “When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.”As a relentless growth pursuer, my obsessing about media relations and strategic communications, coupled with my passion for driving impactful messaging and communications strategies in line with corporate vision, stems from my bigger purpose to change things for the better. For me, problems are opportunities—I step toward them. Like most communication enthusiasts, I thrive under intense pressure and challenge. Communications Management is in my DNA.A Creative Communications Director was born in my efforts to constantly push boundaries, innovate, and step towards problems, combined with 7+ years of experience directing high-impact PR, marketing, and external & internal communications initiatives.As part of multiple teams throughout my career, I have had unique experiences seeing massive projects come together and living in a constant state of possibility.Some highlights from my career include:• Successfully increased brand visibility and positive media coverage by managing marketing departments and executing strategic campaigns • Trusted leader known and respected for leading successful change in communications and media relations while building credibility with executive teams and staff• Passionate about performing highly advanced creative and technical work, directing, guiding and implementing communication strategies, projects, and advisory services• An advocate of holistic solutions for strategic communications with knowledge of practices in website design, writing & editing, editorial & publication design, and media & public relations• Well-versed in media & digital marketing production with expertise in public relations, project management, public outreach, social media, email marketing, photo/video production, etc• Recipient of several Communication Campaign Awards: TML TAMIO Print Campaign Award 2023 and Texas Scenic City of the Year 2023 My Key Skills include Strategic Communications and Public Relations, Team Leadership, Digital Marketing, project management, media relations, social media, email marketing, photo/video production, and Excellent Writing skills.