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Manages internal and employee communications for more than 300 company locations U.S. and EU (18,000 + employees)Authors executive communicationsManages virtual employee town hallsDevelops communication plansCrisis communications strategic development and executionDevelops and supports business partner communications (operations, human resources, marketing, etc.)Sources and authors content for internal communications channels delivered via newsletters, intranets, virtual… Show more Manages internal and employee communications for more than 300 company locations U.S. and EU (18,000 + employees)Authors executive communicationsManages virtual employee town hallsDevelops communication plansCrisis communications strategic development and executionDevelops and supports business partner communications (operations, human resources, marketing, etc.)Sources and authors content for internal communications channels delivered via newsletters, intranets, virtual bulletin boards,Social media and digital mediaAuthors scripts/talking for presentations and videosPerforms analysis and measurement of internal communications channels Show less

Since 1975, R.I.C. Executive Search has helped organizations reach peak performance through Retained Executive Search, Leadership Consulting, and Executive Coaching. -- "A Highly Regarded Small Firm"Directory of Executive RecruitersAuthors candidate biographies and reports for presentation to clients.Oversaw the redesign of company website and wrote content.Provides resume and LinkedIn profile writing and editing services to clients.Authors job descriptions… Show more Since 1975, R.I.C. Executive Search has helped organizations reach peak performance through Retained Executive Search, Leadership Consulting, and Executive Coaching. -- "A Highly Regarded Small Firm"Directory of Executive RecruitersAuthors candidate biographies and reports for presentation to clients.Oversaw the redesign of company website and wrote content.Provides resume and LinkedIn profile writing and editing services to clients.Authors job descriptions, corresponding marketing materials and outreach related to job descriptions.Develops and manages marketing materials.Supports social media initiatives and efforts. Show less

Managed and supported the company’s multi-million dollar philanthropic efforts across the U.S. and Canada through its community impact committees.Trained field location on company’s corporate giving philosophy and process. Managed company’s United Way Corporate Giving Campaign.Reviewed, evaluated and approved sponsorship proposals that were aligned with corporate giving criteria.Authored all community-relations and philanthropy related internal communications.Managed and… Show more Managed and supported the company’s multi-million dollar philanthropic efforts across the U.S. and Canada through its community impact committees.Trained field location on company’s corporate giving philosophy and process. Managed company’s United Way Corporate Giving Campaign.Reviewed, evaluated and approved sponsorship proposals that were aligned with corporate giving criteria.Authored all community-relations and philanthropy related internal communications.Managed and attended company-sponsored community and corporate giving philanthropic events.Represented the company on non-profit boards and managed the placement of executives on community boards.Managed two direct reports. Show less

Managed internal communications for corporate and field employees, through a variety of channels such as e-newsletters and the intranet.Supported communications initiatives for the headquarter move project from Delray Beach to Boca Raton. Developed plan and content for the corporate social responsibility report.Partnered with business leaders to develop targeted business communications plans.Oversaw multi-million dollar community relations budget which target relationships with… Show more Managed internal communications for corporate and field employees, through a variety of channels such as e-newsletters and the intranet.Supported communications initiatives for the headquarter move project from Delray Beach to Boca Raton. Developed plan and content for the corporate social responsibility report.Partnered with business leaders to develop targeted business communications plans.Oversaw multi-million dollar community relations budget which target relationships with business schools at Florida universities.Managed initiatives and relationships with the sponsorships of 2008 Republican Debates at Florida Atlantic University and the Republican National Convention. Show less

Led the planning and implementation of employee communications programs that inform employees about business objectives, initiatives and results for the regional service center.Partnered with senior leaders to develop visual presentations, speeches, and key messages to be delivered to business unit associates, many of which were replicated for used across the company globally. Managed media relations and crisis communications for the South Florida market, as well as pitched media on… Show more Led the planning and implementation of employee communications programs that inform employees about business objectives, initiatives and results for the regional service center.Partnered with senior leaders to develop visual presentations, speeches, and key messages to be delivered to business unit associates, many of which were replicated for used across the company globally. Managed media relations and crisis communications for the South Florida market, as well as pitched media on key business strategies and community relations objectives.Acted as an authorized and trained company spokesperson. Develop media talking points.Arranged for SME media interviews. Coach and prepare individuals prior to interviews and provide support during interviews.Developed and implemented company culture initiatives which give associates a greater understanding of the refreshed company values.Managed a variety of print and electronic communications vehicles.Managed volunteer-related community relations efforts for all South Florida American Express businesses resulting in thousands of community service hours and establishing American Express as a loyal community partner. Reviewed American Express Foundation grant applications to prepare grant summaries and presentations for the South Florida board review meetings.Managed local employee grant program and evaluated applications for funding.Designed and implemented first intranet site for Fort Lauderdale American Express employees. Utilized the site as a communication tool to expedite delivery, streamline communications and reduce overall printing expenses for internal communications. Led a staff of graphic designers and multi-media specialists that develop exciting and innovative visual communications that highlight business strategies while ensuring brand integrity for American Express.Represented the Company on local non-profit Boards. Show less

Played the chief role in developing and implementing a communications program for this start-up company. Reported to the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer.Designed and managed the internal communications program to connect over 300 retail locations through a variety of avenues.Developed and managed quarterly company newsletter, calendar and other marketing collateral.Developed and managed the production and distribution of monthly operations… Show more Played the chief role in developing and implementing a communications program for this start-up company. Reported to the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer.Designed and managed the internal communications program to connect over 300 retail locations through a variety of avenues.Developed and managed quarterly company newsletter, calendar and other marketing collateral.Developed and managed the production and distribution of monthly operations newsletter.Communicated special company events and sales & marketing initiatives by developing planning guides for company leaders, which resulted in a 40% increase of sales.Measured the effectiveness of communications programs via surveys and phone audits.Responded to and handled customer service issues that were escalated to the corporate office. Show less

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