COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC RELATIONS LEADERI have more than 20 years of success crafting and executing public relations programs.My strength is in creating the messaging and positioning strategies that enhance public image, raise internal/external awareness and foster positive relations.My career includes high-profile, progressive positions with the US Air Force driving large-scale public relations and public affairs programs to media outlets at the local, regional, national, and international levels. For example, I managed public affairs for the largest base in the Pacific Air Forces. I’ve written public affairs guidelines on military exercises, programs, and operations for use by the Department of Defense and all military Services. I have developed media relationships to reach more than 12 million people to support the war on terrorism.And I've led a recruiting squadron to increase their enlisted recruits by 30% and meet their annual goal for the first time in nine years.An engaging public speaker and media spokesperson, my public relations expertise has helped avert potential international incidents and optimized public-facing communications. Hold active TS/SCI with poly Security Clearance. Recipient of numerous awards including Best Field Grade Public Affairs Officer (2X), Best Crisis Communications Program in the Air Force and was part of the Air Force's public affairs team that won a Public Relations Society of America Silver Anvil Award for Best Public Relations Program (Team Award).SPECIALTIES: * Public & Media Relations* PR Strategy & Campaign Development* Project/Program Management* Press & Broadcast Media* Message Development & Positioning* Change Management* Publication Production* Communications Materials Creation* Writing & Public Speaking* Community Liaison* Budget/Asset Management