Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, And Public Affairs
Stamford, Ct, Us
Oversaw global communications and provided strategic corporate affairs counsel and direction to Chairman and C-Suite executives. Shaped company’s pivot strategy to increase growth, revenue and brand reputation. Lead multi-pronged public affairs, pro-social, government relations and lobbying efforts on federal, state and local levels. Crisis management and internal communications. Managed global staff of 20+ and external agencies. Responsible for multi-million dollar operational budgets. • Company named "Top 10 Hottest Brands" by Ad Age • 63.1% stock growth – to multi-year high• 20% rise in international distribution of TV programming• Lobbying secured multi-million dollar State Film Tax Credits• Multiple sponsorships/partnerships with Fortune 500 & other leading brands • Record live event sales & attendance • Global anti-bullying campaign and program, “Be a STAR" recognized by U.S. Congress; “Best Cause Branding Campaign” by PR News. Curriculum used in 13,000+ schools