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Redondo Beach, Ca, Us

Falls Church, Va, Us

Serve as Senior Principal Public Relations Representative for Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems Sector's Research and Advanced Design (R&AD) Division. Lead development and execution of the sector's communications strategy and deliver compelling content that showcases the R&AD Division's breakthrough technologies, innovative concepts and advanced capabilities for our valued military and defense customers.

Developed, delivered and executed Marketing Communications and PR strategies to select clients in the technology and public utility sectors.

Cypress, California, Us

Managed corporate marketing + communications for Romeo Power (NYSE: RMO), a manufacturer of lithium-ion EV battery packs, Battery Management Systems (BMS) and electrification solutions for the Commercial Transportation, Marine and Industrial/Off-Highway markets. From July to October 2022, played a key role during Nikola Corporation’s Acquisition of Romeo Power, leading all internal and external communications in accordance with SEC and regulatory guidelines. Liaised with Nikola leadership and Romeo's Investor Relations team to prepare strategic communications for shareholders and investors, employees, news media, supplier partners, customers, and other key stakeholders.

Costa Mesa, California, Us

Under direction of the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO), directed company-wide marketing communications for Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO), a global manufacturing leader in Aerospace, Defense and Space markets, with 2021 annual net revenues of $654 million and 19 manufacturing facilities in seven states, plus Mexico and Thailand. Refreshed B2B brand and content to support the Company’s five-year strategic transformation and change management initiatives. Led and managed corporate communications, integrated marketing, website and digital communications, social media channels and trade show participation with support from the company’s design agency, digital agency and exhibit partner.

Irvine, California, Us

Managed marketing communications for ITT's Interconnect Solutions Division (NYSE: ITT), a global leader in harsh environment electronic connectors for the Aerospace, Defense, Oil & Gas markets with annual revenues of $621M. Managed all internal and external marketing communications for the Cannon and BIW Connector Systems brands. Collaborated with our design agency and PR firm to develop and deliver key programs and assignments on time and on budget. Member of the ITT Interconnect Solutions' Marketing Communications team shortlisted for the prestigious 2016 International B2B Marketing Award for Cannon's 100th Anniversary Campaign.

Delivered internal and external Marketing Communications and PR services to select clients in the tech and healthcare sectors including Wunderman-Southern California Edison, Strata-Media, MossWarner, Unlimited Innovations, Cerecons, Medecision, SocialVibe, Hiperwall, UB Technology Innovations, CastNet Group & Enerliance.

Irvine, Ca, Us

Developed and executed the Brand Identity and Go-to-Market strategy for tech startup Genea Energy Partners. Launched Genea's Building Optimization Platform, an innovative energy technology solution for the commercial building sector. Directed the development and execution of value-driven marketing and lead generation initiatives to introduce Genea to market and drive sales and revenue.

Irvine, Ca, Us

Developed & executed brand strategy and integrated marketing programs for assigned B2B client accounts with annual revenue of $1.2M, consistent with the agency’s growth and profit objectives. Briefed client and agency cross-functional teams on the development of ad campaigns, website designs, collateral, email campaigns, public / media relations initiatives, direct marketing, trade shows & events and corporate identity (logos, taglines).

Laguna Beach, Ca, Us

Led the development and execution of strategic marketing communications, branding, advertising, and public relations campaigns in alignment with the business strategy, sales and revenue goals of assigned B2B clients. Guided agency and client cross-functional teams in concepting, designing and implementing advertising campaigns, collateral (brochures, newsletters, annual reports), direct marketing, events & conferences, multimedia presentations, public relations, and digital/web. Prepared new business proposals and participated in client pitch meetings as part of a designated team.

Provided marketing and public relations support services to B2B and B2C clients including EMC News, a PR Agency (Proctor & Gamble’s At Your Best Campaign, Novell Networks, Coppertone, Dimension One Spas); James Communications (Lucent Technologies; Paradigm Genetics); Paine & Associates PR Agency; Sachs Group Healthcare Intelligence; The Orange County Department of Education/Vision 2020; The State of California Governor's Mentoring Partnership; and The California Mentor Foundation.

Led internal and external communications and PR for AmeriCorps and the Orange County Chapter of America’s Promise, a youth-centered Foundation established by Ret. General Colin Powell. This two-year, categorically funded program was based at the Orange County Department of Education. Successfully executed key initiatives including The California Governor’s Mentorship Program, Job Shadow Day, and a new Schools of Promise initiative in Huntington Beach, CA.

Graduate Certificate In Corporate Communications

Bachelor Of Arts, Communications