Megan Nelson Email & Phone Number

Lenexa, Kansas

Lenexa, Kansas

Lenexa, Kansas

Omaha, Nebraska

•Wrote stories for Union Pacific online and print employee publications.•Conducted media research to identify key coverage drivers.•Developed and delivered internal communications messages to various channels.•Researched, wrote and distributed press releases to targeted media.•Collated and analyzed media coverage to compile a comprehensive library for executive use.

Omaha, Nebraska

•Directed overall operations of the University of Nebraska at Omaha PRSSA chapter by leading chapter and executive board meetings, appointing all committees and chairs, and advising members about chapter activities.•Managed logistics planning, coordination and execution of the following events: Youth Emergency Services backpack drive, "La Notte Italiana" chapter fundraiser and “Santa Paws” community service fundraiser.•Served as event coordinator and leader of a 15-member committee to successfully execute the chapter’s 2013 regional conference, “Big Biz in the Big O.”

Omaha, Nebraska

•Developed profile stories for the internal communications website. •Edited and proofread collateral for consistency and AP style to reflect corporate standards. •Designed posters, fliers and templates for upcoming deployments, websites and departments. •Created quarterly and monthly metric reports for distribution. •Edited, redesigned and verified accuracy of more than 300 company project pages.•Developed and maintained a project plan for the design-build stage of two compliance reporting products, managing required documentation and collaboration with vendors and department heads.

Omaha, Nebraska

•Served as account coordinator for Rainbow Artistic Glass to redesign website; create a new brand identity; develop marketing strategies; and design promotional materials to best engage, reach and attract target audiences. •Served as account coordinator for the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Executive MBA course, “Genius of Warren Buffett,” to create a promotional plan, and develop and execute a social and traditional media strategy to best reach recruitment goals. •Served as a staff member for St. Thomas Lutheran Church to create a new brand identity, and develop and execute a traditional and social media strategy to increase program attendance. •Managed six client accounts by overseeing tactics, and ensuring work was completed on time and in line with quality standards.

Omaha, Nebraska

•Developed and implemented leadership communications activities in line with department strategy and annual goals.•Assisted Bank Secrecy Act officer in reviewing and monitoring governmental policies to ensure bank’s compliance to industry standards.•Planned and organized retail training schedules for 14 bank branches.•Led the reformation and categorization of electronic procedures by creating an online Retail Manual.•Created, edited and streamlined retail business contingency procedures for the 2011 fiscal year.•Coordinated relations and volunteer scheduling with the Salvation Army during the 2011 holiday season.