John Holmes Norton Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

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United States

As a seasoned professional in media outreach and strategic communication, I've met evolving challenges and opportunities. In 2024, I liaised with our public relations firm following the departure of a key staffer, anticipating an uptick in workload. This ensured seamless continuity and effectiveness in our outreach efforts.Within my role, I've also played a pivotal part in keeping our social media team informed about noteworthy articles ripe for promotion across our highly active social media platforms. By staying attuned to trending topics and relevant content, I've helped maximize our brand's visibility and engagement.One of the most rewarding projects I've been involved in was the #VisitAPrison campaign, a collaborative effort with our policy team aimed at mobilizing lawmakers and government officials to undertake fact-finding tours of federal and state prisons. By orchestrating this campaign, we aimed to shed light on the realities of our prison system and advocate for meaningful reform.In addition to external advocacy, I'm passionate about delivering valuable insights to the public on important issues. One such initiative involved raising awareness about those committing serious crimes and the opportunities for their rehabilitation and safe reintegration into society, contributing to discussions around parole reform and community safety.Key Accomplishments:Led strategic media campaign to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the First Step Act, a landmark federal criminal justice reform bill, amidst public concerns over rising crime rates, effectively showcasing a positive impact.Developed state media outreach strategy to bolster sentencing and prison reform advocacy, aligning with the policy team.Fostered awareness and engagement on critical criminal justice reform issues by producing impactful content for FAMM's blog.Initiated a Department of Justice investigation into Trousdale Turner Correctional Facility abuses through a media pressure campaign.

Washington, Dc

In my role, I've taken charge of managing the communications editorial calendar to ensure the timely delivery of key messages and initiatives. By meticulously planning and organizing our communication efforts, I've helped maintain consistency and coherence in our messaging strategy.Utilizing Constant Contact, I've spearheaded targeted email outreach campaigns to both our members and the press, ensuring that they stay informed about the latest updates and activities within our organization. By tailoring our communications to specific audiences, we've been able to enhance engagement and drive meaningful interactions.I've also been instrumental in maintaining the relevance and freshness of our organization's website, ncpgambling.org, through diligent WordPress maintenance. By regularly updating content and optimizing user experience, we've ensured that our online presence remains dynamic and impactful.Through these efforts, I've played a vital role in amplifying our organization's voice and reach, driving awareness and engagement around important issues related to responsible gambling. Key Accomplishments: Increased engagement in programs, like Gift Responsibly Campaign, Problem Gambling Awareness Month, online national conferences, and year-round webinars through strategic communication plans.Strengthened audience engagement through customized graphics crafted using Canva, either independently or in collaboration with a graphic design consultant.Directed project management for NCPG National Awards using the Judgify system for smooth execution and recognition of deserving recipients.Orchestrated social media management, including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram via Hootsuite.Facilitated transparent and effective communication with media outlets by serving as organization's press secretary.

Washington D.C.

Here, I’ve played a pivotal part in website creation and management through WordPress, leveraging my skills to deliver engaging content that resonates with our target audiences. By crafting compelling narratives and optimizing content for search engines, I've successfully attracted potential donors, enlisted youth activists, and enhanced our organization's visibility and impact online.One of the most significant projects I've been involved in was spearheading the formulation of a comprehensive communications plan aimed at raising awareness for children's issues during a Presidential election year. This involved developing strategic messaging, coordinating with key stakeholders, and implementing targeted outreach efforts to amplify our advocacy efforts.Moreover, when faced with the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, I quickly adapted our communication strategies from in-person to virtual events. By embracing digital platforms and innovative approaches, we were able to continue our mission of raising awareness and driving action on critical issues affecting children and families.Through these initiatives, I've demonstrated my ability to effectively navigate complex communications landscapes and deliver impactful results even in the face of adversity.Key Accomplishments: Highlighted by event coverage, The Youth Executive Director featured in over 30 subsequent articles.Facilitated various activities, such as forum at Capitol Hill Visitor's Center and organizing 541 advocacy-focused visits to offices by offering communications support for The Schools for Climate Action Summit.

Washington D.C.

As part of my role, I've successfully secured media coverage by proactively pitching the increased sustainability efforts, safety programs, and economic benefits of our member companies' cement production. Recognizing the potential for negative publicity surrounding greenhouse gas emissions, I strategically positioned our initiatives as a proactive response to these concerns, garnering positive attention and recognition for our industry's efforts.Additionally, I've played a key role in crafting succinct speeches for our Board of Directors members to deliver during PCA event ceremonies. By distilling complex topics into clear and compelling messaging, I've helped our leadership effectively communicate our organization's mission and priorities to diverse audiences.In support of our advocacy efforts, I've also been responsible for generating daily content for our social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. By staying abreast of industry developments and important issues, I've curated engaging content that fosters dialogue, educates our audience, and amplifies PCA's voice on critical issues.Key Accomplishments:Directed Bracewell in promoting MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub's research, partially funded by PCA, ensuring strategic separation to generate media interest for studies backing policy solutions at local and state levels.Facilitated meetings between PCA CEO and transportation reporters from The Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Politico, and Bloomberg to amplify awareness of PCA's stances on issues and establish organization as expert resource for future reporting.

Alexandria, Va

I've been instrumental in organizing media conference calls aimed at raising awareness post-introduction of pro-pharmacy bills. These calls have involved key stakeholders such as the NCPA CEO, congressional members, and community pharmacy owners. I've provided comprehensive logistical support, developed talking points, issued media advisories to invite participation, and occasionally moderated the calls to ensure smooth and effective communication.During a critical crisis involving nationwide shipments of compounded steroid injections containing fungal meningitis from the New England Compounding Center, I managed crisis communications efforts. In another initiative, I played a pivotal role in the production of three online videos highlighting independent community pharmacies' main rivals: pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). This involved drafting the request for proposal (RFP), securing bids, selecting a video production company, assisting with scriptwriting and actor selection, attending shoots, offering editing feedback, and coordinating promotional efforts. This project garnered extensive media coverage and received positive feedback from members.Additionally, I've demonstrated a keen eye for media opportunities by monitoring around 100 reporters on Twitter, identifying opportunities for deeper engagement and proactive outreach.Key Accomplishments:Advocated for pharmacist policy perspective in 2009-2010 healthcare reform, resulting in pro-pharmacy provisions added to the final bill.Secured a featured contributor role in The Hill's Congress Blog through the placement of advocacy-focused op-eds in key publications.Compiled comprehensive talking points on pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for an interview with Barclay's Capital, exceeding NCPA's typical focus and receiving positive feedback from Barclay's for the call's thoroughness.

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