Kennedy Richardson Email & Phone Number

As Director of Strategic Initiatives at Cressy Commercial Real Estate, I lead efforts to bridge collaboration between Cressy and its minority-owned federal contracting firm, KMC Solutions. In this liason role, I oversee joint strategic initiatives by aligning the two companies' business objectives and implementing operational synergies. My goal is to ensure both are positioned for long-term growth and success, particularly within the federal contracting space.

South Bend-Mishawaka Region

As Director of Strategic Initiatives at KMC Solutions, I lead efforts to identify, evaluate, and secure federal contracts by developing competitive proposals and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I also aid in overseeing project execution once contracts are awarded, implementing marketing initiatives, and ensuring operational efficiences as a means of supporting KMC's long-term strategies.

As a Co-Founder of Women in Business-After Hours, I spearhead a dynamic networking group dedicated to empowering professional women in the Michiana area. Our mission is to foster meaningful business relationships and friendships, facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas, and provide a supportive community for women in their professional journeys. Through our events and initiatives, we create a collaborative space where women can connect, grow, and inspire each other.

South Bend, Indiana Area

As a Marketing Intern at SBN, I worked alongside the Vice President of Marketing and Development doing various tasks essential to our marketing efforts. My role involved managing and creating content for the airport's social media accounts, designing visuals for our website and events, assisting in drafting press releases, developing presentations for marketing campaign meetings, and ensuring our website remained up-to-date. I also contributed to community event planning and execution and prepared reports analyzing social media performance to gauge the effectiveness of our strategies.

Hammond

As a Marketing Intern at SSCVA, I supported the Chief Marketing Officer to support marketing initiatives focused on promoting The Region and attracting visitors. My role included shadowing the CEO during business development opportunities, coordinating marketing events, and collaborating with team members to explore and expand new marketing channels. I also contributed to developing our website database, managing the inventory of our marketing assets, and researching SEO to optimize our online presence.

Crown Point

As a Marketing Intern at Kopka Pinkus Dolin, I supported the Director of Marketing in a range of activities to boost the firm’s profile and community engagement. I organized fundraisers for the Kopka Cares Team, employing creative approaches to maximize impact. My role also involved researching and identifying potential sponsorship opportunities to enhance the firm’s visibility. Additionally, I provided operational support to the marketing department by preparing important documents and managing email communications, contributing to the overall efficiency of the team.