Vice President, Community Engagement & Communications
CurrentI focus on the design, development, and execution of communications and community engagement strategies including but not limited to:Lead the development and execution of strategic internal and external communications plans, aligningmessaging with the company’s core values and mission while actively partnering with employees, community members, vendors, and organizations across the U.S.Ideate, create, edit, and publish content for website, social media posts, print and digital advertising,newsletters, promotional and event materials.Coordinated communications for fundraising efforts with partner foundations including the Leukemia &Lymphoma Society, the Alzheimer's Association, and the Susan G. Komen foundation.Assisted in raising over $200,000 for LLS in 2021 as a corporate sponsor with donations focusing on childhood cancer.Managed the corporate match and volunteer program through Benevity, setting up campaigns for monetary donations and matching donations made externally.Oversaw recognition efforts for the company and employees. Submitted nominations for top workplaces, cultural awards, industry-specific awards, executive awards, and employee recognition.Maintained company calendar and lead in the planning and execution of multiple company parties, events and trainings.Developed collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders while networking with community leaders. Cultivated a strong relationship with the National Director of Community Engagement for Office Depot and received training on expanding community efforts, communications, and relationships with media.Extensive experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Canva, LMS and HRIS systems, social media platforms, Wix and WordPress, and Benevity, with the ability to learn specialized programs quickly.Provided biweekly, midyear and end of year analytic reports for communication and marketing initiatives with recommendations for improvements.