Lisa Wardynski Email & Phone Number

I am a seasoned communications strategist with a proven track record of driving impactful communications within organizations. With over 17 years of experience, I excel in simplifying complexity, setting clear priorities, and leading high-performing teams to ensure that more than 1,200 employees are well-informed and engaged in the company's mission and vision.Key Competencies:Internal Communications Strategy: I lead the internal communications strategy including developing and implementing a comprehensive internal communication program to inform and support associate engagement. Strong executive presence, working directly with c-suite and executive leaders.Stakeholder Relationship Management: a natural collaborator and relationship builder, I excel in building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executive and senior leadership, and serve as a trusted advisor in all communication matters.Content Development: I create compelling content for various channels, including town halls, management meetings, all hands meetings, videos, live chats, announcements, presentations and speeches.Integrated Communications: I stay up-to-date on digital communication, trends and relevant platforms to drive consistent communications that elevate brand reputation, align with organizational values, and enhance company culture.Project and Program Management: I possess strong project and program management skills and have a track record of developing plans and driving them to completion.Crisis Communications: I provide guidance and leadership to navigate through challenging situations and manage the internal response to crisis situations.Organizational Change Management: certified in Prosci Change Management, I possess strong organizational change management skills ensuring seamless transitions during change initiatives.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): I embrace an environment of inclusion for all and develop and communicate strategies to promote diversity and foster a sense of belonging within a welcoming company culture.Philanthropy and Community Engagement: I lead the corporate philanthropy function, including sponsorships, donations, employee charitable giving programs, speaking engagements, award nominations and I implement the community benefit program ensuring its significant and positive impact.Employee Community Involvement: I take pride in leading and promoting volunteer programs, enabling our workforce to contribute to the community in meaningful ways.

Listed skills include Corporate Communications, Community Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning, and 33 others.

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  Director, Internal Communications And Community Relations

  Independent Health

  Apr 2011 - Present - Buffalo, New York, United States

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  Hobart And William Smith Colleges

  Economics