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Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Working directly with the CEO, I create communication strategies that drive awareness, shape sentiment and influence behaviors. • Position the CEO as a thought leader in clinical care innovation, health care policy and workplace culture through media interactions, speaking opportunities, awards and employee engagement• Oversee communication platforms to enhance CEO visibility, such as an internal blog, rounding opportunities and other touchpoints• Create and execute communication initiatives across health system operations, which span six hospitals, 13 multispecialty centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey

Memphis, Tennessee, Us

As senior director, I directed a small, but nimble team that connected C-suite leadership with more than 5,500 employees, top-tier journalists and global peers.• Developed multifaceted communication strategies to foster trust in the CEO among internal and external audiences, culminating in the 2023 Bronze Anvil for executive communications from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) • Positioned the CEO as a frequently sought-after source for journalists and keynote speaking opportunities, earning the CEO the 2022 Communicator of the Year from the PRSA Memphis chapter• Oversaw COVID-19 communications from the CEO’s office, including updates to employees and advocacy campaigns that promote masking and vaccination, which were recognized with the 2021 Crisis Communications Award in Executive Communications from Ragan Communications and the 2021 VOX Award for Employee Communications from the PRSA Memphis chapter

Memphis, Tennessee, Us

In the role of executive communications director, I established the institution’s first office of executive communications, designing a roadmap for engagement across the institution and beyond the hospital’s walls.• Developed the CEO’s communication strategy to employees through a monthly blog, speaking engagements and events; to the board of governors through reports and presentations; and to external audiences through media appearances, conference and keynote addresses and other engagements• Supported executive team communications needs through speech writing, presentations and coaching, and media training• Promoted the initiatives, values and goals of the institution’s strategic plan routinely to employees through CEO communications channels • Collaborated with the Human Resources department to create and support initiatives that foster a top workplace culture

Memphis, Tennessee, Us

As the senior media relations specialist, I connected national and international media with St. Jude faculty, staff, patients and families to highlight the hospital’s pioneering work to find cures and save children with pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases.• Drove media coverage of clinical advancements, scientific discoveries and institutional news through multimedia campaigns • Positioned the hospital’s work in genomics, precision medicine, cancer survivorship and influenza as an authoritative source for reporters • Coordinated hundreds of media interviews for faculty and staff, which included developing position statements, talking points and media training • Supported communications needs for high-profile visitor tours including those for former First Lady Michelle Obama, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton • Worked closely with the institution's creative services team to develop videos, photos and graphics to support campaign initiatives

Memphis, Tennessee, Us

In this role, I fostered relationships with journalists, as well as provided support to other communications team functions. • Coordinated media relations activities, such as expert interviews, briefings, news releases and press events• Curated local, regional and national media lists• Oversaw media monitoring services and associated reporting • Wrote award-winning articles for Promise, the quarterly external publication of St. Jude, and for Corridors, a monthly employee magazine

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As the first communications professional hired by this mid-sized transportation company, I created the foundation for the organization’s branding standards, media style guides and other communication strategies.• Coordinated media relations activities related to industry events and recruiting efforts• Launched the company’s first monthly newsletter• Represented the organization at community events and assisted with recruiting fairs

Houma, Louisiana, Us

As part of a team serving more than 20 clinics across Louisiana, my role focused largely on media relations and community outreach through the lens of patient accrual. • Coordinated media relations activities across the state, serving as the liaison between journalists and doctors• Directed wide-scale community events, including Keep the Beat, a public CPR training program• Wrote copy for print ads, collateral materials, the company’s website and the company’s weekly e-newsletter