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Trusted executive advisor and team leader with extensive experience in internal communications, change management, executive management, and employee engagement programs.Lead and build employee communications and engagement strategies for critical communications initiatives, including return to work and hybrid working, global DEI training, and organizational changes. Work collaboratively with IT and HR internal partners across the company to evaluate, plan, and deliver effective… Show more Trusted executive advisor and team leader with extensive experience in internal communications, change management, executive management, and employee engagement programs.Lead and build employee communications and engagement strategies for critical communications initiatives, including return to work and hybrid working, global DEI training, and organizational changes. Work collaboratively with IT and HR internal partners across the company to evaluate, plan, and deliver effective communication strategies (including messaging, materials, and other delivery mechanisms) to initiate business process automation, utilize AI effectively, and implement intranet redesign and deployment.Develop, disseminate, and maintain audience-specific messaging and presentations for a portfolio of transformational initiatives. Distill key takeaways and connect dots to formulate a compelling story for various employee groups.Partner with internal/external corporate communications, product marketing, sales, growth & retention, customer insights, government relations, and internal account teams to strategize, coordinate, draft, and disseminate effective communication campaigns. Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

Partnered with Global Corporate Affairs to develop and execute communication campaigns designed to educate and excite employees and leaders about LS&Co.’s culture, brand and products.Supported worldwide leadership team in developing, defining and implementing communications around business results, cultural milestones, employee engagement initiatives and organizational changes.

San Francisco Bay Area

Evaluated employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle; developed and implemented strategies to improve engagement and retention. Oversaw internal communications, including the strategic planning, creation, and distribution of content to be delivered by varied media across all business channels. Collaborated with key business partners on change management initiatives including technology rollouts, health care education and HR policy changes.Led the development and… Show more Evaluated employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle; developed and implemented strategies to improve engagement and retention. Oversaw internal communications, including the strategic planning, creation, and distribution of content to be delivered by varied media across all business channels. Collaborated with key business partners on change management initiatives including technology rollouts, health care education and HR policy changes.Led the development and execution of special internal events, including annual business kick-off meeting, monthly business meetings, quarterly town halls and community events. Provided communication counsel and presentation development to executive teams. Show less

San Francisco Bay Area

Led internal communications, employee engagement and recognition programs. Defined and implemented the overarching communications and engagement strategy, working closely with company CEO and senior leaders.Created communications and programs to educate and engage employees, drive emotional connection to the company, support strategic business objectives/change management efforts and reinforce the company culture. Spearheaded high-profile, enterprise-wide projects with global teams… Show more Led internal communications, employee engagement and recognition programs. Defined and implemented the overarching communications and engagement strategy, working closely with company CEO and senior leaders.Created communications and programs to educate and engage employees, drive emotional connection to the company, support strategic business objectives/change management efforts and reinforce the company culture. Spearheaded high-profile, enterprise-wide projects with global teams, including relaunch of company’s intranet site, mobile strategy offerings, 30th anniversary campaign, engagement surveys and quarterly Town Hall meetings.Drove consensus and alignment with HR, Investor Relations, Public Relations, IT and Marketing to communicate business and organizational priorities that served to inspire and engage employees. Show less

Architected and executed the company’s internal communication strategies for employees in 15 different countries focusing on corporate reputation, culture, store operations, social responsibility, diversity & inclusion, government affairs and executive messaging. Responsible for generating content and shaping key narratives to increase employee understanding of the company’s business and cultural priorities. Leveraged new media platforms and identified opportunities for visual dynamic… Show more Architected and executed the company’s internal communication strategies for employees in 15 different countries focusing on corporate reputation, culture, store operations, social responsibility, diversity & inclusion, government affairs and executive messaging. Responsible for generating content and shaping key narratives to increase employee understanding of the company’s business and cultural priorities. Leveraged new media platforms and identified opportunities for visual dynamic storytelling. Developed cohesive, integrated communications that reflected a consistent employee voice through electronic, print and other media channels. Partnered with design and editorial teams on writing, design, publishing and production of communications. Show less

Oversaw celebrity and U.S. Olympic partnerships including appearances, photo shoots, media opportunities and media tours. Designed and delivered internal and external communication programs to protect and enhance the company’s reputation, achieve its business goals and build the brand.Created and pitched story ideas to media to support corporate messages and major brand initiatives. Conducted media training for executives and field staff. Served as company spokesperson. Participated in… Show more Oversaw celebrity and U.S. Olympic partnerships including appearances, photo shoots, media opportunities and media tours. Designed and delivered internal and external communication programs to protect and enhance the company’s reputation, achieve its business goals and build the brand.Created and pitched story ideas to media to support corporate messages and major brand initiatives. Conducted media training for executives and field staff. Served as company spokesperson. Participated in the development and dissemination of all public relations materials. Managed relationship with public relations agency. Supervised planning and development of public relations programs: reviewed program tactics, established and monitored adherence with budget, provided communication solutions for business problems, ensured communication objectives were achieved and monitored agency performance. Show less