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Strategic Communications, Brand & Marketing Leader
Award-winning communications and content leader with 30 years of experience helping organizations build visibility, strengthen reputation, engage stakeholders, and drive growth through strategic communications, brand development, media relations, executive storytelling, community engagement, and experiential marketing.
Throughout my career, I have partnered with executives, organizations, nonprofits, and brands to create compelling narratives, strengthen stakeholder relationships, generate meaningful engagement, and support business objectives through strategic communications and marketing leadership.
Areas of Expertise:
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Strategic Communications
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Brand Strategy & Positioning
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Executive Storytelling
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Media Relations & Public Relations
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Community & Stakeholder Engagement
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Change Management
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Leadership Communications
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Event & Experiential Marketing
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Content Strategy
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Thought Leadership
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Organizational Alignment
Strategic Communications & Content
Tell the Story of the Brand
It's all about telling the stories behind the brand, making the brand relatable. That's when the real brand recognition and reputation building begins.
Executive Storytelling & Brand Legacy Narrative
Preserving the Legacy of Thompson Pump
Industry Focus: Manufacturing | Construction & Infrastructure | B2B
Role: Writer | Researcher | Executive Interviewer | Narrative Development
Achieving the American Dream: The Thompson Pump Story
I collaborated on the development and storytelling of a company history book that captured the organization's founding vision, brand evolution, leadership philosophy, and long-term market impact. I worked closely with executive leadership to translate institutional history into a compelling narrative that strengthened brand identity, preserved organizational legacy, and supported stakeholder engagement.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Executive Storytelling
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Corporate Narrative Development
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Strategic Communications
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Executive Communications
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Brand Legacy & Heritage Management
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Organizational Storytelling
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Stakeholder Interviewing
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Research & Content Development
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Project Leadership
Media Relations & Public Relations
BoomNation Launch Campaign Case Study
Industry Focus: Skilled Trades Technology | Workforce Development | SaaS | B2B
Role: Communications Lead | Media Relations | Launch Strategy | Executive Messaging
Overview: BoomNation launched as a workforce technology platform designed to modernize recruiting and communications for the skilled trades industries including construction, manufacturing, utilities, transportation, and industrial sectors. The launch campaign positioned the company as a disruptive workforce solution and helped establish early national visibility among employers, investors, and skilled workers.
Communications Objectives:
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Establish brand credibility in the workforce technology and skilled trades sectors
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Generate awareness during company launch and funding milestones
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Position company leadership as industry thought leaders
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Translate complex workforce and recruiting challenges into compelling media narratives
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Drive visibility among employers, skilled workers, investors, and industry stakeholders
Deliverables Included:
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Press releases
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Media pitches
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Launch messaging architecture
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Brand narrative development
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Executive messaging
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Thought leadership positioning
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Interview prep/talking points
Featured Writing Samples:
National Product Launch Press Release - PR Newswire Coverage
Funding Announcement/Investor Communications - Seed Funding Coverage
Featured TV Coverage:
WBMT Story (Beaumont ,TX) (this aired in every newscast that day)
WAFB Story (Baton Rouge, LA)
Results/Impact:
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Secured national media visibility
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Supported launch positioning in workforce technology sector
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Increased awareness among employers and skilled trades audiences
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Helped establish credibility with investors leading to further seed funding and product development team expansion
Skills Demonstrated:
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Strategic Communications
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Media Relations
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Product Launch Communications
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Executive Positioning
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Thought Leadership
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Reputation Management
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Stakeholder Communications
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
Brand Messaging & Marketing
Great brands are built through clear positioning, authentic storytelling, and consistent audience engagement. Throughout my career, I have helped organizations define their voice, communicate their value, and create meaningful connections with customers, communities, and stakeholders. My work spans corporate brands, startups, nonprofits, tourism organizations, and industrial manufacturers, always with a focus on turning complex ideas into compelling stories that drive action.
B2B Brand Positioning, Thought Leadership & Market Leadership: Thompson Pump
Industry Focus: Manufacturing | Construction & Infrastructure | B2B
Role: Brand Strategist | Content Developer | Marketing Communications Lead
I develop messaging and content strategies that translate complex engineering
and construction applications into compelling customer-focused stories supporting
sales growth, brand awareness, and industry leadership for Thompson Pump,
a leading manufacturer of dewatering and bypass pumps and solutions.
Each of the articles, case studies, and press releases found on the Thompson Pump
website are just a sampling of the various content created for the company,
with company partners, and for executive thought leaders, as a ghost writer.
B2C Brand Storytelling, Community Engagement & Public Awareness: Mr. Tony Chachere Day
Industry Focus: Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) | Food & Beverage | B2C
Role: Brand Strategist | Community Relations Lead | Marketing Comminications
I developed and executed a community engagement and public awareness initiative
celebrating the legacy of Mr. Tony Chachere, founder of the iconic seasoning brand.
Through strategic outreach and stakeholder engagement, I was able to secure official
state and municipal proclamations recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the company and
June 14 as "Mr. Tony Chachere Day," creating a unique brand storytelling opportunity
that reinforced the company's heritage and community impact.
Sample: Print Article
Sample: TV Segment
Sample: TV Website Post
Sample: Social Post
Skills Demonstrated:
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Consumer Marketing (B2C)
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Business-to-Business Marketing (B2B)
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Brand Strategy & Positioning
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Community & Stakeholder Relations
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Thought Leadership Development
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Integrated Marketing Communications
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Reputation Management
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Mobilizing a Community Around an Overlooked Need: National Diaper Need Awareness Week Campaign for the Junior League of Daytona Beach
Industry Focus: Nonprofit | Community Impact | Philanthropy
Role: Community Engagement Lead | Media Relations | Stakeholder Outreach
Overview: I helped develop and execute a community engagement and
awareness campaign for National Diaper Need Awareness Week, helping shine
a spotlight on an often-overlooked issue affecting families in Volusia and Flagler
Counties. This initiative brought together community partners, volunteers, donors,
media outlets, and local residents to increase awareness and collect essential
supplies for families in need.
Challenge: Many families struggle to afford and adequate supply of diapers, yet diaper insecurity often receives limited public attention. The campaign needed to educate the community, inspire action, and generate support from stakeholders across the region. It also needed to raise awareness that the Junior League of Daytona Beach has the only diaper bank within the two counties.
Execution:
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Helped develop and implement a community-wide awareness campaign aligned with National Diaper Need Awareness Week.
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Created targeted media pitches and story angles that highlighted both the prevalence of diaper insecurity and the Junior League of Daytona Beach's role as the region's only diaper bank.
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Developed a social media content strategy designed to educate the public, encourage participation, and drive donations.
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Leveraged donor recognition and partner spotlights to sustain engagement throughout the campaign and strengthen community relations.
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Coordinated messaging across volunteers, partner organizations, and community stakeholders to ensure a consistent and compelling campaign narrative.
Stakeholders Engaged:
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Families experience diaper insecurity
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Local businesses and collection site partners
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Junior League of Daytona Beach members and volunteers
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Community nonprofit organizations
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Donors and supporters
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Local media outlets
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Community and civic leaders
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Residents across Volusia and Flagler Counties
Results:
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Positioned the Junior League of Daytona Beach as the leading community resource addressing diaper insecurity in Volusia and Flagler Counties.
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Established 17 community collection sites throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties.
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Generated widespread community participation and support during National Diaper Need Awareness Week, that continues even today.
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Secured media coverage that elevated awareness of diaper insecurity and highlighted available local resources.
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Strengthened partnerships with businesses, nonprofits, donors, and community leaders.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Community & Stakeholder Engagement
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Cause Marketing
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Public Awareness Campaigns
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Media Relations
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Community Partnerships
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Volunteer Mobilization
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Nonprofit Marketing
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Social Media Strategy
Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Organizational Communications
Effective communications leaders do more than tell stories. They build alignment, influence decision-making, and create frameworks that support organizational success. Throughout my career, I have identified opportunities, challenged conventional thinking, and led initiatives that improved communications, strengthened operations, and positioned organizations for future growth. These examples demonstrate my approach to strategic leadership, innovation, and organizational transformation through communications.
Building a Single Source of Truth (SSOT)
Driving Organizational Alignment Through Information Management
Industry Focus: Manufacturing | Construction & Infrastructure | Corporate Communications
Role: Strategic Communications Lead | Organizational Alignment Champion | Project Developer
Overview: Recognizing the challenges created by fragmented information, inconsistent documentation, and disconnected departmental processes, I developed a vision for a company-wide Single Source of Truth (SSOT) initiative. The goal was to improve communication, collaboration, decision-making, and operational efficiency by creating a centralized, trusted source for organizational knowledge and data.
Challenge: As organizations grow, information often becomes siloed across departments, systems, and individuals. This can create inefficiencies, duplicate efforts, inconsistent messaging, and barriers to collaboration. Thompson Pump needed a framework that would improve information accessibility and flow while supporting long-term growth and operational excellence.
Strategy: I developed a phased implementation plan that would align stakeholders across departments, identify information gaps, establish governance standards, and create a roadmap for centralized knowledge management.
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Conducted discovery discussions with stakeholders across departments including sales, finance, IT, HR, engineering, operations, manufacturing, service, and materials.
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Identified communication challenges, data silos, and opportunities for process improvement.
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Developed a business case outlining organizational benefits, implementation considerations, and long-term value.
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Created a phased testing and implementation framework designed to support adoption and minimize disruption.
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Established foundational governance concepts to support information accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
Early Outcomes:
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Generated strong stakeholder interest and support across multiple departments.
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Identified opportunities to improve communication, collaboration, and operational efficiency.
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Established a strategic roadmap for phased implementation and testing.
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Positioned the organization to improve knowledge sharing, decision-making, and organizational alignment through centralized information management.
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Created momentum for future adoption by securing early buy-in from cross-functional stakeholders.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Strategic Planning
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Change Management
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Communications Governance
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Information Management
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Process Improvement
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Executive Influence
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Project Leadership
Influencer Marketing Program Development
Leading the Adoption of an Emerging Marketing Strategy
Industry Focus: Marketing Agency | Digital Marketing | Client Services
Role: Program Creator | Strategic Advisor | Change Advocate
Overview: Recognizing the growing influence of digital creators and online communities, I proposed the development of a formal influencer marketing capability for Benedict Advertising. At a time when influencer marketing was still emerging as a communications discipline, I identified its potential value for clients and advocated for its adoption as a strategic service offering.
Challenge: Agency leadership initially questioned whether influencer marketing would provide meaningful value for clients or become a sustainable marketing channel. Building support required demonstrating both market demand and strategic relevance.
Strategy: I researched industry trends, evaluated potential client applications, developed a scalable program framework, and presented a compelling business case that connected influencer engagement to measurable business outcomes.
Execution:
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Conducted research on emerging influencer marketing trends and best practices.
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Developed a framework for identifying, evaluating, and engaging influencers on behalf of clients.
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Presented strategic recommendations and market insights to agency leadership.
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Created implementation guidelines and processes for integrating influencer marketing into broader communications and marketing programs.
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Helped establish influencer engagement as a new agency capability.
Results:
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Secured executive support for influencer marketing adoption.
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Expanded the agency's service offerings and client engagement opportunities.
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Positioned the agency to capitalize on a rapidly growing communications channel.
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Demonstrated the value of innovation and forward-thinking marketing strategies.
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Increased client retention, account growth, and agency revenue.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Innovation Leadership
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Executive Influence
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Change Leadership
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Business Development
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Trend Analysis
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Persuasive Communication
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Client Service Development
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Thought Leadership
"Our goal is to create a connected enterprise where every employee can access the information they need through a SSOT, improving customer experience, increasing operational efficiency, and building a scalable foundation for future growth."
Additional writing samples available upon request.
Broadcast, Video & Multimedia Storytelling
Throughout my career in broadcast journalism, public relations, and marketing communications, I have leveraged video, television, and multimedia storytelling to engage audiences, elevate brands, and communicate complex messages in compelling and accessible ways. From live television broadcasts and national media appearances to commercial production and branded content, these projects demonstrate my ability to connect with audiences across multiple platforms.
National Business Media Coverage
Securing National Visibility of OYO's U.S. Expansion Through CNBC
Industry Focus: Hospitality Technology | Travel & Tourism | Startup | B2B/B2C
Role: Media Relations Lead | National Media Outreach | Executive Positiong
Overview: As OYO, a fast-growing hospitality startup headquartered in India, prepared to expand into the United States, the company needed to build awareness and credibility among investors, business leaders, and consumers. I was awarded this account during my time at Benedict Advertising. Through proactive media relations and strategic relationship-building, I secured national television coverage on CNBC, as well as other top-tier media like CNN Business and Fox, helping introduce the brand to the U.S. audiences during a critical growth phase.
Execution:
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Identified CNBC as a strategic media target aligned with OYO's growth objectives and target audiences.
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Leveraged a professional media relationship with CNBC correspondent Seema Mody to pitch the story opportunity.
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Coordinated and secured national television interview featuring OYO's CEO Ritesh Agarwal to discuss the company's expansion into the U.S. market.
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Prepared messaging and facilitated coordination between media representatives and company leadership.
Results:
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Secured national television coverage on CNBC during a critical period of U.S. expansion.
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Introduced the OYO brand to a broad audience of business leaders, investors, and consumers.
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Positioned company leadership as credible industry voices in the hospitality sector.
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Nurtured an ongoing relationship with CNBC that resulted in follow-up interview opportunities and continued media exposure.
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Enhanced brand awareness and credibility within the U.S. market.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Strategic Media Relations
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National Media Placement
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Executive Positioning
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Relationship Building
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Thought Leadership Development
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Broadcast Communications
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Corporate Communications
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Stakeholder Management
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Brand Visibility & Awareness
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Media Pitching & Outreach
Multi-Market Broadcast Brand Activation
Tony's Turkey Tour: Driving Consumer Engagement Through Live Television
Industry Focus: Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) | Food & Beverage | Consumer Marketing | B2C
Role: Media Relations Lead | Tour Coordinator | Spokesperson Development
Overview: To support holiday-season brand awareness and consumer engagement efforts, I developed an executed a multi-market broadcast media tour featuring Chef Kate Stuart. The campaign leveraged live television appearances and cooking demonstrations to educate viewers on preparing flavorful holiday meals while showcasing Tony Chachere's Creole Cuisine products and culinary expertise.
Execution:
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Developed the core campaign message and cooking demonstration concept.
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Secured live television appearances across multiple Southeastern media markets.
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Coordinated spokesperson preparation, segment logistics, and station requirements.
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Positioned Chef Kate Stuart as a culinary expert through live interviews and cooking demonstrations.
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Ensured consistent messaging and product integration across all appearances.
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Managed media relationships and scheduling throughout the tour.
Media Placements:
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WBRC (Birmingham, Alabama)
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WBIR (Knoxville, Tennessee)
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WBTV (Charlotte, North Carolina)
Results:
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Secured multiple live television segments during a key consumer purchasing season.
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Reached audiences across multiple regional markets through earned media coverage.
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Increased visibility for Tony Chachere's products and holiday cooking expertise.
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Positioned Chef Kate Stuart as a credible culinary spokesperson and brand ambassador.
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Delivered educational, value-driven content that aligned with consumer interests while supporting brand awareness objectives.
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In addition, this allowed me to do similar activations with an additional brand ambassador in California.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Media Relations
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Broadcast Production
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Spokesperson Development
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Consumer Marketing
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Brand Activation
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Earned Media Strategy
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Event & Logistics Coordination
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Audience Engagement
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
Commercial Production & Creative Storytelling
Creating Emotional Connections Through Engagement-Focused Advertising
Industry Focus: Luxury Retail | Jewelry | Consumer Marketing | B2C
Role: Creative Strategist | Commercial Producer | Brand Storyteller
Overview: To help Luisa Graff Jewelers connect with prospective engagement ring buyers, I developed and produced a series of television commercials focused on the emotions, anticipation, and milestones surrounding proposals and engagements. Rather than emphasizing product features alone, the campaign centered on authentic storytelling designed to resonate with couples during one of life's most meaningful moments.
Execution:
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Developed creative concepts focused on engagement, romance, and relationship milestones.
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Crafted storylines that positioned jewelry as part of a meaningful life event rather than simply a retail purchase.
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Collaborated on commercial scripting, production planning, and creative direction.
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Coordinated talent, production logistics, and campaign execution.
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Ensured brand messaging remained consistent while allowing the stories to connect emotionally with viewers.
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Produced multiple television spots designed to support engagement ring sales and brand awareness objectives.
Featured Commercials:
Results:
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Created memorable, emotionally driven advertising content that differentiated the brand in a competitive market.
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Strengthened the connection between the Luisa Graff brand and important life milestones.
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Supported engagement ring marketing initiatives through story-driven television advertising.
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Demonstrated the effectiveness of emotional storytelling in consumer marketing.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Creative Strategy & Development
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Commercial & Video Production
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Brand Storytelling
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Script Writing
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Consumer Marketing
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Advertising Campaign Development
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Audience Engagement
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Visual Storytelling
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Project Management
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Creative Collaboration
Events, Engagement & Experiential Leadership
Successful events are more than logistics. They are strategic opportunities to build relationships, strengthen brands, engage audiences, and create memorable experiences. Throughout my career, I have led and supported events ranging from national trade shows and educational programs to community activations and media-integrated brand experiences. By aligning event strategy with organizational goals, I have helped drive awareness, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and create meaningful audience engagement.
CONEXPO
Evolving Trade Show Strategy from Booth Traffic to Qualified Business Opportunities
Industry Focus: Construction | Manufacturing | Infrastructure | B2B
Role: Event Strategist | Marketing Lead | Customer Engagement Planning
Overview: CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the largest construction trade show in North America, attracting industry leaders, contractors, engineers, municipalities, mining companies, and infrastructure professionals from around the world. Over multiple show cycles, I helped shape Thompson Pump's event strategy, balancing brand visibility, audience engagement, and business development objectives.
Challenge: Trade shows present a common marketing dilemma: generating booth traffic does not always translate into qualified leads or business opportunities.
At CONEXPO 2023, Thompson Pump successfully generated significant booth traffic through a special guest appearance by Fred Lewis, a mining contractor and television personality featured on Gold Rush. While the activation created excitement and visibility, much of the traffic was driven by celebrity interest rather than direct purchasing intent.
As planning began for CONEXPO 2026, I lead the shift in objective from maximizing booth traffic to attracting and engaging highly qualified prospects seeking dewatering and pumping solutions.
Strategy: Refocus the event experience around customer challenges, product expertise, and solution-based conversations.
The team prioritized:
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Product solutions, technical expertise, and problem-solving discussions
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Meaningful customer interactions
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Targeted audience engagement
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Sales and engineering collaboration
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Lead quality over lead quantity
This strategic shift aligned the event experience more closely with Thompson Pump's business development goals.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead event planning and strategic discussions regarding booth objectives and audience engagement.
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Developed messaging focused on solving customer dewatering and bypass challenges.
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Coordinated marketing materials and event communications.
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Executed booth experience design and encouraged meaningful conversations and lead generation.
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Evaluated event approaches and engagement strategies across multiple CONEXPO cycles.
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Created and managed the event budget.
Impact:
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Successfully evolved event strategy from awareness-driven engagement to solution-focused customer interaction.
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Increased the quality of booth conversations and prospect engagement.
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Generated a stronger pipeline of qualified leads and business opportunities.
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Improved alignment between event objectives and organizational growth goals.
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Demonstrated the value of measuring event success through business outcomes rather than attendance alone.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Event Strategy & Planning
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Experiential Marketing
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Demand Generation
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Lead Qualification Strategy
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Cross-Functional Leadership
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Customer Experience Design
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Trade Show Management
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Business Development Support
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Strategic Communications
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Marketing Analytics & Insights
2023
2026
Pumpology®
Building Industry Expertise Through Experiential Learning
Industry Focus: Manufacturing | Construction & Infrastructure | Industrial Training & Education | B2B
Role: Experience Design Lead | Event Planner | Customer Engagement Strategist
Overview:
Pumpology® is Thompson Pump's signature customer education and training program, designed to provide contractors, engineers, and industry professionals with practical knowledge and hand-on learning opportunities related to pumping and dewatering solutions. The program combines technical instruction with interactive experiences that strengthen customer relationships and reinforce Thompson Pump's position as an industry leader.
Challenge: To remain effective, educational programs must continuously evolve to meet attendee needs and expectations. While the technical curriculum provides the foundation, the overall attendee experience plays a critical role in engagement, knowledge retention, and customer satisfaction.
The challenge was to ensure each Pumpology® event delivered meaningful educational value while creating a memorable and highly engaging experience for participants.
Strategy: Leverage attendee feedback, observations, and event performance insights to continuously improve the overall program experience. By evaluating participant interactions and identifying opportunities for enhancement, the goal was to create an environment that maximized engagement, learning, and relationship-building.
Leadership & Responsibilities:
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Lead planning and coordination efforts focused on the overall attendee experience.
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Collaborate with subject matter experts to align educational programming with participant needs and expectations.
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Analyze attendee feedback and firsthand event observations to identify opportunities for improvement.
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Recommend and implement enhancements to networking opportunities, program flow, attendee engagement, and experiential learning activities.
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Coordinate event logistics, communications, scheduling, and attendee support.
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Partner with internal teams and vendors to ensure a seamless and engaging event experience.
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Continuously refine program elements to improve participant satisfaction and learning outcomes.
Impact:
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Leveraged attendee feedback and firsthand event observations to shape enhancements that improved engagement, networking opportunities, program flow, and overall participant experience, leading to venue changes and increased attendance - recently hosting the largest class ever.
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Increased engagement and interactions among attendees, instructors, and Thompson Pump subject matter experts.
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Strengthened customer relationships by creating a more valuable and memorable educational experience.
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Contributed to the ongoing success and reputation of Pumpology® as a premier industry training program.
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Helped position Thompson Pump as a trusted advisor and thought leader within the pumping and dewatering industry.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Event Leadership & Management
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Experience Design
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Customer Engagement
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Educational Program Development
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Audience Insights & Feedback Analysis
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Strategic Planning
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Relationship Building
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Continuous Improvement
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Thought Leadership Support
Tony's Country Store Grand Opening
Transforming a Retail Launch into a Community-Wide Media Event
Industry Focus: Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) | Retail | Food & Beverage | Community Relations | B2C
Role: Event Lead | Media Relations Lead | Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator
Overview: As part of Tony Chachere's 50th Anniversary celebration, I planned and executed the grand opening of Mr. Tony's Country Store, a new destination designed to celebrate the company's rich heritage while creating an immersive brand experience for customers and visitors. The event combined community engagement, media relations, stakeholder outreach, and experiential marketing to generate awareness and position the Country Store as a must-visit destination in Acadiana.
Challenge: The opening of Mr. Tony's Country Store represented more than the launch of a retail location. It was an opportunity to celebrate the legacy of cone of Louisiana's most beloved brands and create meaningful connections with customers, community leaders, and media audiences.
The challenge was to elevate the grand opening beyond a traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony and transform it into a high-profile community event that would generate significant awareness and reinforce the Tony Chahere's brand story.
Strategy: Leverage media partnerships, community relationships, and milestone anniversary messaging to create a multi-faceted event experience that celebrated the company's heritage while introducing visitors to the new Country Store.
The strategy focused on:
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Securing high-profile media coverage
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Engaging community and government stakeholders
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Showcasing the Tony Chachere's brand legacy
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Creating an immersive visitor experience
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Driving awareness during the holiday season
Leadership & Responsibilities:
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Leveraged a media relationship with KADN anchor and reporter Taylor Trache to secure an unprecedented live broadcast opportunity.
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Coordinated with KADN to air the station's entire noon newscast live from Mr. Tony's Country Store during its grand opening celebration.
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Planned and coordinated event logistics in partnership with internal teams, media representatives, and community stakeholders.
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Organized participation from local and state dignitaries for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Coordinated live interviews featuring members of the Chachere family throughout the broadcast.
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Helped integrate brand storytelling elements into the event experience, including opportunities for visitors to learn about Tony Chachere's history and legacy.
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Supported celebrity appearances and community engagement activities throughout the celebration.
Event Highlights:
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Live broadcast of KADN's entire noon newscast from the Country Store.
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Live ribbon-cutting ceremony aired during the broadcast.
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Interviews with Chachere family members discussing the company's history, growth, and 50th Anniversary.
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Participation by local and state elected officials.
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Appearance by former New Orleans Saints wide receiver Devery Henderson.
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Appearances by New Orleans Saints cheerleaders.
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Community engagement activities and media coverage throughout the event.
Impact:
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Secured extensive earned media coverage through a live television broadcast reaching audiences throughout the region.
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Successfully transformed a retail grand opening into a major community event.
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Increased visibility for Tony Chachere's 50th Anniversary celebration and brand heritage.
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Strengthened relationships with community leaders, government officials, media partners, and local stakeholders.
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Enhanced awareness of Mr. Tony's Country Store as a destination experience rather than a traditional retail location.
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Reinforced Tony Chachere's position as a trusted and iconic Louisiana brand.
Skills Demonstrated:
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Event Leadership
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Media Relations
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Community Relations
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Government Relations
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Experiential Marketing
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Executive & Family Spokesperson Coordination
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Event Logistics Management
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Relationship Building
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Earned Media Strategy
