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United States

Helping amplify external branding for targeted cancer therapy company and build internal communications programs.

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Responsibilities: I orchestrated development and execution of a human resources communications strategy to ensure alignment with HR strategy and company objectives. I devised a recruiting communication strategy to.
• Revamped All Hands meetings to enhance employee participation and deliver inspiring, pertinent messaging.
• Engineered change communication plans and materials for significant events such as company acquisitions.
• Oversaw employee surveys and engagement initiatives to gauge and enhance organizational morale.
• Provided support for employee meetings and events, including senior leadership team gatherings.
• Designed visually compelling graphics and posters to support communication initiatives.

East Hanover, New Jersey

• Responsibilities: During this job role, I established and oversaw global communication function for a rapidly expanding Cell and Gene manufacturing platform. I devised comprehensive communication plans and channels to.
• Developed and implemented of COVID-19 response plans to ensure continued safe manufacturing for patients and mitigate supply chain disruptions amidst a global pandemic.
• Partnered with various departments and organizations to devise and implement strategic change communication plans for several major milestones.
• Relocated non-manufacturing-based support roles to Operational Centers in lower-cost countries to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Coordinated ramp-up activities and commercial launch endeavors at Novartis Cell and Gene sites in Europe and US.

Wilson, North Carolina

• Responsibilities: During this job role, I headed development, implementation, and maintenance of strategic communications for Americas and Special Technologies cluster of Novartis, while overseeing eight manufacturing.
• Directed a confidential change communications program aimed at divesting and closing down several manufacturing sites as part of company's product realignment strategy.
• Led key communication efforts for a network of manufacturing sites spanning Colorado, North Carolina, California, Germany, and Mexico.
• Offered counsel to group leaders on enhancing communication effectiveness in navigating periods of change and crisis.

San Carlos

• Responsibilities: During this job role, I formulated, executed, and oversaw strategic communication plans for both a commercial manufacturing site and a technical research and development site to foster alignment.
• Directed employee engagement efforts as well as conducted focus groups and surveys to gather valuable insights and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Spearheaded cultural initiatives, including a "Better Place to Work" campaign to enhance talent retention and improve rewards and recognition programs.
• Directed communications for a transition of a research and development site into a manufacturing facility for a new product.

Santa Clara, California, United States

Responsible for managing a variety of internal communications programs to effectively reach more than 13,000 diverse employees at a publicly traded, complex, global technology organization

Master'S Degree, Organizational Leadership

Bachelor Of Arts, Communications