Michael Croan Email & Phone Number

FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE• Executive Communications• Issues Management & Crisis Communications• Internal & External Stakeholder EngagementSKILLS AND STRENGTHSNarrative Development and Messaging• Passionate about the power of storytelling to engage people and drive lasting change• Intentional listener; genuine curiosity and empathy inform every narrative• Journalist by training with superb writing skills and global worldviewTeam and Cross-Team Leadership • Hired and managed senior-level FTEs for Octave; managed network of IC creatives• Built and managed communications team to support Microsoft’s entry into UC• Led teams to award-winning performance; recognized for cross-team collaborationPrograms and Campaigns (planning and execution)• Intense focus on business impact; fanatical about meaningful measurement• Integrate earned, paid, owned, and social media for maximum impact• Develop compelling, creative content of every kind, in every mediumSpokesperson Support and Training• Plan and execute keynote events for international audiences• Write speeches and develop presentations (PowerPoint super-user)• Train presenters and media spokespeople to succeed

Listed skills include Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, and 46 others.

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  University Of South Carolina

  Bachelor Of Arts - Ba