Thomas Barker Email & Phone Number

I am a versatile, engaging, and highly collaborative professional with a diverse background in strategic communications, project management, leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Recognized as a skilled leader, communicator, and facilitator, I have an extensive network and expertise in cultivating meaningful relationships with varied stakeholder groups, including local, provincial, and federal government, community organizations, and industry groups. I am a self-motivated critical thinker and problem solver with the ability to craft clear, concise, and engaging content tailored to diverse audiences across a variety of platforms and mediums.===========Career Snapshot:Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my ability to craft clear, concise, and engaging content tailored to diverse audiences while adhering to the highest editorial standards. In my current role as Regional Editor at Black Press Media, I oversee the operations of seven newsrooms, manage a geographically diverse team, and drive strategic communications initiatives. My journalism career spans diverse regions and topics, from local news reporting and feature writing to multimedia storytelling. I am passionate about uncovering compelling stories, fostering community dialogue, and delivering accurate, impactful content that resonates with readers. My leadership and team management skills have been instrumental in increasing engagement and online readership by 25% annually while tripling social media following. ===========Selected Highlights:► Leadership: Managed strategic communications activities and newsroom operations for multiple publications. Oversaw and led talented teams, and cultivated an extensive professional network.► Strategic Communications: Developed & implemented comprehensive content strategies across print and digital platforms. Directed content creation, overseeing production of stories in multiple markets.► Project Management: Managed large-scale projects including the implementation of technology systems. Oversaw full project lifecycle including needs analysis, planning, development, and deployment.===========Areas of Expertise:✔ Strategic Communications✔ Team Leadership & Management✔ Community Engagement✔ Strategic Communications Planning✔ Community Engagement and Outreach✔ Crisis/Issue Communication Management✔ Media Relations and Public Relations✔ Content Creation and Editorial Oversight✔ Project Management ✔ Stakeholder Engagement✔ Municipal Operations Management