CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE:Award winning global executive with 10 years in C-suite roles helping multibillion dollar companies execute on goals through strategic communications, corporate giving, and public affairs plans to enhance competitive positioning and stakeholder engagement. Have contributed to revenue growth, increased brand recognition and value, mitigated reputational risks, and favorably persuaded government entities and non-profit partners. Expert in leading spinoff communications and organizational change initiatives including M&A, change of control and restructuring. Proven track record managing large global teams, budgets and agencies with integrity to deliver bottom line results.PR, BRAND & CRISIS:Senior marketing communications practitioner who builds brand awareness and trust among target audiences (industry influencers, customers, investors, employees). Delivered significant share of voice increases through corporate, product and employer brand campaigns using paid, earned, shared and owned media channels. Have expertly managed crises on a global stage (natural disasters, product recalls, manufacturing accidents and federal investigations). Under my leadership, enhanced corporate brand reputation to earn a spot on the Fortune magazine “America’s Most Admired Companies,” list (March 2008).EXECUTIVE & INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS:Trusted advisor who has gained the confidence of cross-functional leaders to develop strategically aligned communication for CEOs and VPs to all stakeholders. Collaborating with HR, have increased employee engagement through global internal communication platforms -- digital assets, print collateral, town halls and other events. Positioned C-suite executives as thought leaders with media and through speeches at key industry events. TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADER:Exuberant mentor who attracts top talent and inspires performance by developing strengths and identifying ways to empower and showcase global communications teams to elevate effectiveness. Have led diverse global talent, analyzed organizational effectiveness, redefined structures, provided training to align skills to business needs, and developed strong succession plans. A champion of women in leadership and former trustee of the Atlanta Women’s FoundationEXPERTISE:Complex Change Communications | Corporate Culture | High Performing Teams | C-suite Communications | Corporate Social Responsibility | Public Affairs | Community & Shareholder Relations | Marketing | Brand Positioning | Sponsorships | Events | Speechwriting