Michael Bucci Email & Phone Number

Latham, Ny

WAV Strategies creates narratives and powers brands by working with clients to identify and solve their business problems through our strategic communications counsel and guidance. Whether it's public relations and public affairs strategy, crisis communications training and counseling, or implementing community outreach strategies, we deliver communications programs that get results. My interests and specialties center around environmental protection and economic development, healthcare, political operations, national defense planning, and public safety.

Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

As an independent consultant at Harborlight Consulting, I specialize in public relations, public affairs, political campaigns, and crisis management. With nearly three decades of experience, I have successfully managed communication strategies for Fortune 500 companies and not-for-profits, as well as led organizational management initiatives to drive growth and success in various sectors.

As a Director at Senior Services of Albany, I spearheaded initiatives to enhance the lives of senior residents and caregivers. By leveraging my background in government affairs and public relations, I facilitated support services and promoted aging with dignity. Through strategic partnerships and advocacy efforts, I successfully improved the quality of life for the area's senior population.

As the Director of Communications at Fidelis Care, I spearheaded media and public relations efforts for the largest government programs-based health care plan in New York State. I developed strategic communication plans to enhance brand reputation, engage stakeholders effectively, and implemented crisis communication strategies to address potential issues and maintain positive public perception.

In my role as Regional Communications Manager at Time Warner Cable, I provided strategic guidance to the Area VP of Operations on communications and outreach strategies. I oversaw media relations, directed philanthropic efforts, and successfully implemented the local Connect a Million Minds initiative.

In my role as Deputy Director of Communications at the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, I led public relations efforts, managed media contacts, and coordinated inter-agency communications. I introduced electronic media monitoring services to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

In my role as Executive Assistant to the President and Public Information Director at New York State Environmental Facilities Corp, I spearheaded public relations efforts for the $1.75 billion Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act of 1996. I directed all corporate outreach on behalf of the Governor's Office, ensuring effective communication and support for environmental initiatives.

In my role as Legislative Fellow to Senator George D. Maziarz at the New York State Senate, I was responsible for analyzing environmental policies and regulations impacting water resources. I assisted in developing legislative and public policy positions for the Legislative Commission on Water Resources, ensuring alignment with the Senator's goals.

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Environmental Policy And Resource Management, National Defense Planning

Ba, Political Science And Environmental Policy, History, Philosophy

Activities and Societies: Student Senate, WRHO Radio, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Alpha Phi Omega, Peer Advisor