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Zionsville, In, Us

Indianapolis, In, Us

• Crafted and enacted strategic vision for corporate communications, leading team in executing corporate multi-channel marketing, brand management, PR, media relations, executive thought leadership, social media, and internal communications. • Negotiated and implemented significant sponsorships, oversaw reputation and crisis communications to boost marketplace and brand significance. • Aligned and established partnerships to expedite success, promoting excellence throughout the organization. • Engineered scalable communication frameworks, engaging with senior executives and multi-level business units, enhancing transparency in complex financial and insurance topics, utilizing industry-best practices and innovative communication tools. • Strategically worked with rebranding efforts, driving an eight-year partnership with USA Swimming, achieving a significant boost in key demographic engagement. • Developed and executed a comprehensive communication strategy that improved internal message alignment and increased stakeholder engagement across all levels of the organization.

• Launched a thriving multi-cultural and bilingual marketing, communications, and public affairs company, creating strategic initiatives that enhanced corporate image and culture, adept in trend analysis and customer insights. • Formulated holistic communication approaches for clients, intertwining CSR initiatives and regulatory frameworks with precise and impactful creative brand strategies. • Focused on thought leadership and strategic storytelling, employing omni-channel and cause-related marketing to drive client growth and meet government strategies. • Drove company sales growth by 25% year-over-year through strategic market analysis, implementation of innovative business practices, and fostering key partnerships.

Zionsville, In, Us

• Drove major urban growth and economic development over an 8-year tenure as At Large member in one of Indiana's largest cities, utilizing urban planning and economic analysis tools. • Spearheaded economic initiatives, implementing packages stimulating infrastructure development, fostering an attractive environment for both business and private investment. • Elected as President of the Council, President of Safety Board, President of Police Commission, overseeing all personnel and budget matters, organizing legislative priorities, canvassing communities, meeting with organizations of neighbors as well as community developers. • Delivered balanced budgets, increase in AV, betterment of business to residential mix, unequaled growth and prosperity. • First Latina elected in the city's 200 Year history. • Championed and passed key legislation that improved local public roads, leading to a 25% increase in road quality within the first year.

• Developed and implemented a strategic communications and advocacy framework, enhancing the governor's visibility and policy impact. • Directed comprehensive strategies for legislative package success, employing systematic stakeholder engagement and political acumen. • Formulated and integrated communication protocols with EEOC, IDOA, and AG, optimizing agency alignment with Governor's agenda and promoting coordinated participation across governmental functions.. • Championed successful completion of Indiana's largest hospital project by orchestrating cross-functional teams, bolstering access to vital mental health resources through strategic advocacy. • Spearheaded programs focused on inclusivity, resulting in a 20% increase in collaborative team projects. • Represented Governor at public events, conferences, and media appearances. • Improved message clarity and distribution, representing the organization at numerous events and with media.. • Accelerated organizational growth by 25% over one year through strategic planning, effective stakeholder engagement, and streamlining operational processes, leading to increased employee retention and program efficiency.

Dublin 2, Dublin, Ie

• Engineered and refined global communication strategies, integrating comprehensive government affairs, corporate partnerships, DEI, and sustainability initiatives using best practice industry models. • Formulated and directed thought leadership initiatives, corporate identity programs, and brand messaging, facilitating the successful spin-off from Ingersoll Rand. • Driven rebranding initiatives by implementing cohesive messaging strategies aligned with stakeholder expectations, achieving a 40% increase in brand engagement post-spin-off. • Fostered internal and external stakeholder loyalty, utilizing advanced communication strategies and relationship management tools resulting in increased project buy-in. • Overhauled corporate messaging and sustainability strategies to boost engagement, facilitating successful product launches and maximizing product visibility, culminating in elevated market valuations and enhanced financial performance. • Leveraged data-driven insights to develop and sustain relationships with government officials and community leaders, resulting in increased stakeholder satisfaction by 35%.

Zug, Ch

• Established and developed a comprehensive marketing, CSR, and government relations department for US operations, integrating multifunctional teams. • Spearheaded creation of EnviroCore green seal and marketing strategy, achieving annual sustainability awards and prime shelf positions for products, while fostering positive regulatory relationships through strategic networking. • Developed and implemented a systematic approach to ESG, aligning all efforts with the business goals resulting in alliances with Arbor Day Foundation, Nature Conservancy, Audubon Society, amongst others. • Chief company spokesperson with all media including interviews, speeches, presentations, and appearances. • Developed contingency plans for potential risks or crisis situations within the organization. • Coordinated marketing efforts across multiple channels to promote brand awareness. • Supported executive leaders with meeting materials preparation, presentation development, and note-taking. • Utilized competitive intelligence tools to benchmark and assess industry tactics, driving proactive organizational positioning.

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mx

• Managed a team of skilled communicators and government affairs experts to integrate comprehensive internal and external communications and community relations for a multi-billion dollar enterprise using advanced collaboration tools. • Implemented a risk identification framework, ensuring seamless coordination with global teams and local regulatory bodies to support business operations in the US. • Directed complex change management, implementing streamlined processes and protocols during M&As, integrating teams to achieve a unified corporate culture. • Developed structured multi-million-dollar giving program for the CEMEX Foundation, including internal controls and a thematic strategy for philanthropic activities, coordinating with U.S. facilities and the corporate headquarters in Mexico. • Spearheaded a comprehensive PR campaign that increased corporate visibility by 50%, utilizing media relations, social media outreach, and community engagement initiatives over a 12-month period.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Washington, Dc, Us

St. Louis, Mo, Us

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Government

Senior Leadership Inst, Business And Leadership

Executive Business Leadership, Business Administration And Management, General