Michael Babowal Email & Phone Number

Sacramento, Ca, Us

Sacramento, California, Us

After re-branding his successful firm, ROICOM Consulting, LLC to Interstate PR, Michael Babowal is now the Public Relations Engineer of Interstate PR. He studied Political Science and Communications at San José State University, brings over a decade of experience in public relations, content development, community outreach and social media experience to Interstate PR's team. Michael’s has worked for 2 California State Assembly Members, California’s 10th largest chamber of commerce and was the co-founder of the North County Young Professionals Program, in North San Diego County. For the past 5 years, Michael has been helping conceiving and creating bold content for print, customer and corporate communications with a strong emphasis on using social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ and traditional web properties like blogs and websites for clients. Michael provides a plethora of knowledge and experience in public relations, social media management, branding, community outreach, and content development.

Frisco, Texas, Us

Sacramento, Ca, Us

Founded boutique public relations firm that specializes in social media, government relations and public relations. Develops marketing materials, communications plans, publications and social advertising programs to further client’s brand recognition. Responsible for all agency management including: contract negotiations, partnership development, strategic planning, vendor management, budgeting (P&L) and accounting. Increased client social reach by a minimum of 300%.

Sacramento, California, Us

Developed an detailed outreach plan for CCC’s pilgrimage program with full strategies and tactics.

Registered lobbyist with the State of California

Developed and executed a communications plan, which included brand management, social media, website development, community relations and strategic planning for connecting with target groups. Created organizational budget and fundraised over $80,000 in less than 45 days to meet immediate budget goals. Day-to-day operations included, constituent relations, event planning, press-release development, issues management and shareholder communications.

Responsible for $250,000 annual budget, seven (7) staff members and three (3) offices. Produced content for speeches, press releases, newsletters and public service announcements on behalf of member. Crafted strategic plan for community engagement for entire office operations. Built strong relationship with lobbyists and key staff members to advocate position on critical issues. Implemented social media plan for expanded use of Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Drafted and implemented campaign strategic and communication plan. Created, managed and implemented social media content, press releases, and community communications materials. Assisted with event planning and fundraising. Conducted opposition research and developed issue and crisis management guidelines. Coordinated candidate appearances, endorsements, volunteers and ground operations. Developed intensive shareholder communications program, which resulted in a 16 – point swing and 4-point margin of victory.

Managed statewide campaign. Played a pivotal role in researching, drafting and implementation of communications and strategic plan. Composed daily press releases, speeches and content for social media, including: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Assisted in event planning and fundraising activities. Deal directly with elected officials, lobbyists and special interest groups to gain support and endorsement of candidate. Coordinated all community communications and affairs.

In charge of strategic partnership development with local, state and federal government agencies and elected officials and advocated the position on behalf of over 1,700 members. Developed communications plan and community engagement programs specifically for crisis and issues management relating to legislation and economic development programs. Coordinated event, including: budget, corporate sponsorship and planning on matters relating to government relations, redevelopment, economic development and military affairs. Formed, administered and fundraised for Political Action Committee, including successful management of two ballot initiative campaigns. Assisted with website, press release, annual board installation and planning meeting.

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Managed community engagement programs through intensive community involvement. Actively developed partnership with local organizations and charities Handled constituent relations and communications in Sacramento and San Joaquin County Regions. Drafted speeches, press releases and public service announcements on behalf of office. Other responsibilities included: creation of internship program, event planning, community affairs management through attending and speaking at public events.

General campaign work, including, but not limited to, precinct pack prep, phone banking, walking precincts, delivering campaign materials, responding to email, answering the phones, etc.

Volunteered walking precincts, phone banking, helping to coordinate other volunteers for multiple campaigns.

San José, California, Us

Taught 4th and 5th grade students: science, computers and physical education at two different locations within the school district. Prepared lesson plans and assignments, disciplined students, graded papers. Worked closely with school administrator and other staff to successfully educate students.

Responsible for handling all incoming phone calls for law practice with 3 attorneys. Managed and organized calendar for 2 attorneys within the practice. Entered in billing and client information into office database. Assisted in composing and editing correspondence with clients, courts and opposing counsel. Developed and maintained firm's website.

Assisted in the production of a weekly, hour long, live high school sports television show. Captured video, time codes, edited video, wrote and edited scripts, voice-over for packages, hosted teams, interviewed players and coaches.

Professional Concentration In Conflict Resolution, Conflict Resolution

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Political Science

High School Diploma, General Education