Melissa R. Price Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, Us

Griffin Communications Group is a strategic space communications and PR agency with a deep appreciation for the space industry’s legacy and a strong belief in its impact on the future.

MRP Communications focuses on strategy, content development, and training. I'm proud to partner with clients, such as the MarCom Group, on advertising and marketing campaigns for their federal government clients. My work for them includes a lot of social media management, podcast/webinar development, and general public relations counsel.At MRP Communications, we know the right words, the right story, and a well-planned outreach strategy can elevate your organization to a new level and inspire action. Let MRP Communications craft your story of success.

Daytona Beach, Florida, Us

My work focuses on strategic communication, executive communication, and media relations. I work mainly with aerospace and aviation clients to help them achieve their goals and elevate their brands. Spring Green Communications is a woman-owned, full-service boutique communications agency. Our team of pros includes former corporate communicators and award-winning journalists. We work with smart people… scientists, engineers, educators, and communicators. We’re often told that we “get it.” We have a knack for turning complex and technical subjects into concise, compelling, actionable content. That’s why Fortune 50 firms keep doing business with us year after year.

Fairfax, Va, Us

In this role, I served as a USAID-contractor for the Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) program, a training and support program for USAID's network of more than 170 field-based communications officers. I worked extensively with the Legislative and Public Affairs Bureau, from which this program is run, as well as with Bureau communicators throughout USAID. I was responsible for developing training curriculum and planning and delivering at least three, week-long, DOC training events per year. In addition, I produced monthly newsletters, podcasts, and webinars to further enhance the communications skills of the DOC officers.

Washington, Dc, Us

At the Children’s National Foundation, I managed our United Arab Emirates stakeholder relations. My work involved bringing together government agencies, healthcare entities, private sector partners, academia, and non-profit organizations to collaborate on a shared vision for improving the health and well-being of all children. Specifically, I worked with the Government of the UAE—listening to the UAE’s most pressing pediatric healthcare concerns, matching those priorities with the experience and expertise at Children’s National, and developing partnership projects largely focused on innovative new solutions and preventative measures. While our expert doctors, researchers, and engineers developed and implemented new solutions in hospitals across the UAE, I communicated and shared their good work with our UAE donors, stakeholders, the media, and general public. Through strategic communications outreach we engaged our stakeholders and the public, so that together we could accelerate progress and innovation in pediatric healthcare.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

While at IRD, now Blumont, I directed communications programs to support business development, fundraising, and internal communications. My work included managing daily press office operations, media relations, media training, speech writing, and social media activities. In addition, I advised on field communications strategies and assisted with set up of new field communications offices. There was a strong focus on crisis communications given IRD’s emphasis on stabilization and development in conflict environments. Top issues included insurgent attacks, employee deaths, security situations, and audits and investigations. In this position, I also covered natural disasters in Haiti, Pakistan, and the Horn of Africa and served as IRD’s first relief team communications officer in Haiti for one month after 2010 earthquake.

Washington, Dc, Us

Managed media relations for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), raising awareness of USAID goals, objectives and programs among various audiences. Developed and implemented strategic communications plans and media training programs. Served as a USAID spokesperson, and facilitated press conferences, interviews and media inquiry responses. Researched, wrote and edited press releases, fact sheets, articles, talking points, statements and briefing papers. Established professional relationships with media representatives and agency staff, as well as U.S. Embassy, foreign government, partner corporation and non-governmental organization officials. These actions resulted in a more strategic and well-informed approach to communications at USAID and increased media coverage for the agency.Served as U.S. Government press lead following Cyclone Nargis in Burma in May 2008. Developed daily talking points and releases based on regular contact with the field, the National Security Council, Department of State and Department of Defense, as well as logistics and military managers and subject matter and regional experts in the central Operations Center. Also, answered media inquiries and briefed officials for interviews and press conferences. Resulted in well-coordinated and effective crisis communications that kept the public up to date on the current situation.

Washington, Dc, Us

Final editor and project manager for Presidential written communications and photos. Reviewed documents for policy content and strategic messaging prior to Presidential signature. Consulted with National Security Council, Domestic Policy Council, Public Liaison, Communications and Advance Office staff to ensure accurate and timely information. Approved more than 300 documents and 1,000 photos each month, successfully meeting very tight deadlines and strict standards.Implemented a strategic plan for document creation, photo identification and clearances. Analyzed previous flow of information and documentation, eliminated duplicative and non-value adding steps, created a database to capture approvals and document movement, trained staff on the new system, and established a chain of accountability. This effort ensured efficient delivery of papers and photos to the President and on to the public.Managed the first revision in five years of the White House Style Guide, in order to ensure a consistent writing style in all Presidential documents and across the Executive Office of the President. Planned and directed tasks, reconciled suggested edits, and organized the printing and distribution of the new guide.

Washington, Dc, Us

Developed NASA strategic communications plans. Implemented regular meetings among the Public Affairs, Legislative Affairs, International Relations and Education Offices, and organized regular communications among NASA’s 10 U.S. centers. Efforts resulted in greater internal cooperation and more consistent and focused external messages.Created a strategic schedule for the agency, identifying internal milestones and events, as well as Capitol Hill and industry actions. The result was improved message management and increased awareness through outreach activities. Produced a daily update on key messages, internal and external events, and top news stories. The document served as a quick-reference guide for NASA principals and surrogate speakers. Results included a more consistent public message and greater internal awareness of agency activities, which in turn led to increased internal coordination.Supported media relations for Space Shuttle Discovery’s Return to Flight in 2005 and the launch of IMAX Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon with Tom Hanks. Researched, wrote and edited media materials. Facilitated press conferences, interviews and media inquiry responses. Also, organized interviews for astronauts and NASA officials on the red carpet prior to the IMAX movie premier.

Washington, Dc, Us

Manager and editor for a team of six writers. Planned and directed team tasks. Facilitated staff interviews, evaluations and training. Led staff meetings and educational and networking events to improve internal communications and support the professional development of the writers. Edited documents for grammar, style, and factual content. Efforts improved project turn-around times and established the office as a trusted resource within the White House.Implemented a document tracking system to manage approvals and flow of projects. The process was based on proven systems in other White House offices. The effort reduced delays and served as an accounting of the office’s time and accomplishments.

Washington, Dc, Us

Researched and wrote Presidential communications, including letters, messages, proclamations, official citations, and video scripts. Built relationships with White House policy experts and historians to develop appropriate language. Studied Presidential transcripts and met with the President to accurately capture his voice. These efforts resulted in quality Presidential communications that truly reflected the thoughts and positions of the President.Drafted the official Presidential proclamation announcing the death of President Ronald Reagan. Researched, wrote, edited, and delivered the language for Presidential signature within several hours. The proclamation was utilized by media around the world in their coverage of President Reagan’s death.

Washington, Dc, Us

Manager and editor of the RNC’s quarterly magazine, Rising Tide, and the annual Chairman’s Report. Established editorial calendar, including tasks and deadlines. Contracted writers, photographers, designer and printer. Wrote select articles, and edited publications for grammar, style, policy content and strategic messaging. Supervised production and distribution to more than 25,000 subscribers. The result was high-quality, timely and on-budget publications that built awareness and encouraged action.

Washington, Dc, Us

Researched and wrote briefing papers for senior staff on key legislative issues, including campaign finance and election reform. Established professional relationships with Capitol Hill staff and other stakeholders to gain full understanding of each issue. Also, responsible for maintaining official RNC documents.Implemented a document management strategy, including the transfer of official documents to electronic form. Analyzed previous systems and interviewed vendors to determine the best solution. The result improved research efficiency and increased availability and accessibility of information to RNC members.

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

Integrated technology into client communications plans to increase awareness and expand their reach. Designed and built client websites. Developed online special events. Managed the corporate network and UNIX web server.

Tallahassee, Fl, Us

Worked to raise awareness of client goals, objectives and programs among various audiences. Developed and implemented communications plans. Researched, wrote and edited media materials. Organized press conferences.

Mba, Strategic Management And Public Policy

Ma, Interactive And New Communication Technology

Ba, Public Relations