Ryan Johnson, Apr Email & Phone Number

Des Moines, Iowa Area

As a seasoned public relations expert with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, I am dedicated to managing and enhancing the public image of DEVELON North America. In my role, I oversee comprehensive public relations activities that effectively showcase DEVELON's industry-leading solutions.My deep understanding of the B2B landscape and my passion for the construction industry drive me to continuously gather compelling content and insights, positioning DEVELON as a trusted thought leader in the market. By leveraging my extensive network and staying attuned to industry trends, I identify new opportunities to support our clients' brands and amplify their messages across diverse channels.With an unwavering commitment to our clients, their products, and the customers they serve, I am focused on educating and informing existing and prospective customers about the immense benefits Doosan's equipment brings to their operations. Through targeted PR campaigns and strategic messaging, I aim to showcase how DEVELON's solutions empower businesses to enhance productivity and achieve their goals.By diligently managing our clients' public relations initiatives, I contribute to building a strong brand presence and fostering lasting relationships with key stakeholders. My expertise in crafting compelling narratives, developing engaging content, and leveraging various communication channels ensures that our clients' messages reach their intended audience, effectively driving brand awareness and supporting their growth objectives.

Des Moines, Iowa

I am a dedicated and results-oriented public relations professional with a proven track record in successfully managing day-to-day media relations activities for Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment America. As the driving force behind the promotion of Doosan's heavy construction equipment and attachments to trade publication editors in the United States and Canada, I consistently delivered impactful campaigns that elevated the brand's visibility and generated positive media coverage.In this role, I spearheaded a wide range of PR initiatives, including crafting compelling press releases that effectively communicated key messages and generated media interest. Additionally, I skillfully submitted feature articles for consideration, leveraging my exceptional writing skills to secure valuable placements. Coordinating photo shoots, supporting media events, and attending industry trade shows were all integral components of my multifaceted approach to building strong media relationships and expanding Doosan's reach in the market.One of my standout achievements was organizing interviews with Doosan subject matter experts, ensuring that their expertise and insights were effectively shared with industry influencers and stakeholders. By establishing these valuable connections, I significantly enhanced Doosan's thought leadership position in the construction equipment sector.Furthermore, my passion for the industry and commitment to professional growth led me to complete the Doosan Boot Camp for new sales specialists at The Real Operation Center (ROC) in October 2014. This immersive experience allowed me to gain firsthand knowledge of Doosan's equipment lineup, enabling me to provide comprehensive support to the sales team and effectively communicate the unique selling points of each product.

Des Moines, Iowa

I was responsible for day-to-day media relations activities for Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment America, promoting Doosan heavy construction equipment and attachments to trade publication editors in the United States and Canada. This public relations activity included writing press releases, submitting feature articles for consideration, coordinating photo shoots, supporting media events, attending industry trade shows, and arranging interviews with Doosan subject matter experts.I completed Doosan Boot Camp for new sales specialists at The Real Operation Center (ROC) in October 2014. I participated in the product walkarounds and operated a log loader, material handler, excavator, wheel loader, and articulated dump truck (ADT).

Des Moines, Iowa

DoMORE magazine is a four-color custom publication produced on behalf of Doosan and its dealers in the United States and Canada. As editor, I was responsible for gathering Doosan customer success stories, writing them, working with freelance writers who produce additional stories, working with several artists to design and lay out the publication, and overall project management with associates who coordinate the print production. The magazine is published twice a year and direct mailed to Doosan customers and prospects. 2010 marked the official first year of DoMORE magazine. The first issue mailed in December and a second issue mailed in May 2011.

Des Moines, Iowa

I was the editor of WorkSaver magazine, a custom publication produced on behalf of Bobcat Company and its dealers in the United States and Canada. WorkSaver magazine is published four times a year and mailed to Bobcat customers and prospects across North America.The favorite part of my job was getting out of the office and traveling to jobsites where I interviewed customers about their Bobcat compact equipment experience. I've heard some amazing stories about ordinary people who can do extraordinary things with Bobcat equipment.

Des Moines, Iowa

My previous responsibilities while working at Two Rivers Marketing include coordinating public relations on behalf of Bobcat Company to promote the company's line of compact equipment and attachments to editors at trade publications. I completed Bobcat Boot Camp for new sales specialists, as well as numerous online courses through Bobcat University.Prior to working on the Bobcat account, I provided public relations assistance for Iowa Mold Tooling (IMT) of Garner, Iowa, and John Deere Power Systems.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

As a contributing writer, I bring my passion for the Catholic Church and storytelling to The Catholic Mirror - our diocesan newspaper - and digital platforms. I work with the Director of Communication at the Diocese of Des Moines to bring stories to life through engaging and informative articles. My content adheres to the newspaper's style guidelines and demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church and its teachings.

West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Our Knights of Columbus Council (#12422) at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church has more than 500 members. I create content for our Council by interviewing Knights and writing profiles about them for our website and social media channels.

I started my career at ITAGroup in the group travel department as a copywriter. My responsibilities included creating sales presentation materials for account executives who were pitching new opportunities, as well as meeting with existing customers to renew their business.I eventually moved into a corporate communications department for approximately six months before I left to pursue a career at Two Rivers Marketing. While part of the communications department, I was the editor of an internal newsletter and updated copy on the company's intranet.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

This was an internship that I had during my senior year at Drake University. I assisted the communications director with day-to-day internal and external communications, including writing copy for a monthly newsletter mailed to customers in their statements.I had the opportunity to witness the floods of 1998 in Des Moines and how they affected the water treatment facility. It was a good experience and I learned how to interact with the local media. I was also part of a team that coordinated media relations for a new water treament facility in West Des Moines.

Supervisory Leadership Certificate Program

This program provided eight sessions to help me become a better leader. We covered building effective teams, problem-solving.

Ba, Journalism And Mass Communication

Activities and Societies: Drake University PRSSA chapterStudent in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Communications

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor SocietyAfter graduating from Marshalltown High School in June 1995, I attended.

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