Mike Leone Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

MPL Strategies provides strategic communications, public relations, media relations, reputation management, corporate philanthropy, publicity, events management, business development and strategic partnership services to small business and non-profit organizations.

Reston, Va, Us

Reston, Va, Us

Develops and oversees the Association's corporate communications and community outreach efforts including the volunteer network and Association member services. Manages the dissemination of information to Association members and other stakeholders relative to activities, events, issues and programs of the Association and the Board, using a variety of communication vehicles, tools and tactics.

Served on the Executive Board of Directors for Kids R First, an all-volunteer 501 c3 organization, dedicated to education and helping kids (grades K-12) from families with limited financial means get the same opportunities as their peers. The organization provides school supplies to elementary, middle and high school students and funds mini-scholarships for high schools students that are college or career bound. http://www.kidsrfirst.org/about_us. Previous to serving on the Executive Board, I served on the organization's Corporate Advisory Board from September 2012 to February 2015.

Serve on the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington - Alexandria/Fairfax's Board of Directors providing strategic direction and financial development support to the Club's Executive Director.

Washington, Dc, Us

The Council for Professional Recognition promotes improved performance and recognition of professionals in the early childhood education of children aged birth to 5 years old. As the Chief Communications Officer I am responsible for developing and implementing communications and marketing strategies to raise brand awareness for The Council, its programming, and growth to new national and international communities.

Richmond, Virginia, Us

Providing communications, marketing, public relations and business development services enabling the Chamber to grow its membership and sponsorship revenues in Northern Virginia.

Alexandria, Virginia, Us

Served on the Mt. Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors providing strategic oversight and direction to the Chamber's Executive Director. In addition, I chaired the Chamber's Community and Military Affairs Committee.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Senior public affairs leader responsible for developing and executing the company's community and public relations strategies and activities including corporate philanthropy and strategic community partnerships in the Northern Virginia/Metro DC area. Also served as primary spokesperson for Cox in Virginia.

Develop communication strategy, tactical execution plans, speeches, and stakeholder messaging for Senior Vice President and Executive Leadership Team. Lead and manage the Internal Communications Team, consisting of communications strategists, writers, web and graphic designers, responsible for executive speeches, print and online publications, and internal customer web sites. Consult with executives and business unit leaders to develop and execute communication strategies in support of their business goals and vision. Develop and implement an internal communication strategy to drive higher levels of employee engagement through the use of communication resources and executive messaging opportunities.Evaluate existing internal communication resources to determine business value and communication effectiveness.

Partnered with field leaders to define, develop and implement community relations initiatives designed to support business goals and positively position the company with key stakeholders.Led the region's media relations efforts including the development of key messages to stakeholders and the development and dissemination of press releases. Partnered with marketing to leverage internal and external vendor resources in support of community relations activities. Designed and implemented region wide initiatives to enhance local programming, leverage production resources, establish best practices and position local television production resources as a competitive tool.Provided strategic direction and guidance to legal/government relations team on regulatory issues.

Center For Professional Education - Certificate In Professional Fundraising, Professional Fundraising, Philanthrophy

Leadership

B.S, Journalism And Broadcast Communications