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results-driven manager specializing in public affairs/relations and communications eager to contribute expertise in steering broad-scope projects, programs and operations toward actively supporting a progressive organization in optimizing bottom-line performance.

profile

ø  offer extensive experience in directing all aspects of communications and public affairs, with comprehensive background in business administration, project management and strategic planning.

ø  effectively define, develop and implement targeted action plans to maximize operational productivity, efficiency and profitability.

ø  proactively train, develop and direct motivated teams and create a collaborative environment conducive to achieving high levels of employee retention and job satisfaction.

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, relationship building and problem-solving abilities.

ø  highly versatile; quickly master new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environments.

ø  facilitate smooth communication between staff and senior personnel and expedite workflow to attain objectives.

ø  demonstrate outstanding problem solving and active listening skills; diffuse difficult situations with tact and ease.

ø  drive business growth through aggressive communication and public affairs initiatives that result in increased revenues.

professional experience

political, economic & public affairs group - british embassy, washington, dc                        2005-present

public affairs manager

  apply dynamic leadership skills toward effectively coordinating and directing a top-performing 5-member communications team.

  lend expertise toward overseeing national marketing and communications programs for the united kingdom in the united states, with full accountability for the effective administration of all external communications and public diplomacy activities.

  exhibit advanced communication skills in preparing and delivering key presentations for senior internal and external stakeholders.

  strategically develop and execute a targeted communications and public diplomacy plan, promoting key foreign policy priorities throughout the united states.

 

national association of home builders - remodelers council, washington, dc                       2003-2005

communications manager

  contributed solid public relations and multitasking skills in managing outreach for advocacy organization representing 8,000 members.

  innovatively created and oversaw multiple successful promotional campaigns executed by local remodelers councils nationwide.

  boosted monthly member-oriented e-newsletter subscription 25% through effective management skills.

  directly supervised remodelers council consumer and member web pages, vital to improving image and enhancing membership.

  collaborated closely with remodelers associations and industry public relations practitioners, counseling them on effective outreach strategies and marketing plans.

 

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american nursery & landscape association - washington, dc                                     2002-2003

industry relations coordinator

  planned, coordinated and managed public relations outreach for advocacy organization representing 2,500 members.

  relied upon to apply solid interpersonal relation and critical thinking skills toward overseeing all internal and external communications with association members and media.

  appointed to serve as assistant editor to main association newsletter and five subsidiary division newsletters.

  successfully met and exceeded volunteer leaders needs in association governance, and led orientation sessions for new volunteer lead.

 

associated builders and contractors - ballston, va                                                        1999-2002

staff writer; publications coordinator; list manager

  wrote award-winning articles for advocacy organization newsletter representing 23,000 members.

  managed, mentored and motivated outside writers, playing an instrumental role in their development and performance.

  grew mailing list subscriptions by 25% through the direct distribution of association mailing list.

  proactively built and established key relationships and liaised effectively with five departments on coordinating the development of all association publications.

 

prior experience

 

the evening sun - hanover, pa                                                                                      1998-1999
the north hills news record - pittsburgh, pa                                                                1997-1998
the pennsylvania law weekly - philadelphia, pa                                                          1996
correspondent

sterlinghouse publisher - pittsburgh, pa                                                             1998
editorial assistant

education & professional development/training

bachelor of arts, journalism/political science - duquesne university, pittsburgh, pa, 1998

continuing education training include: management courses, web training courses & computer programs

professional affiliations

member - women s foreign policy group, 2008-present

board member - duquesne university alumni chapter, washington, dc, 2008-present

member - young professionals in foreign policy, 2006-present

member - public relations society of america, 2005-present

member - women in international security, 2005-present

member - parents magazine, readers advisory board

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i am currently exploring new opportunities, and am interested in joining your team.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i m submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as illustrated by the accompanying resume, i have a comprehensive background in communications and public affairs, assuming increasing levels of responsibility for complex projects and numerous employees.  from leading high performance teams and facilitating superior staff development to streamlining operations and executing proactive marketing processes/procedures, i have continually excelled in maximizing performance as a dynamic leader.  i excel in identifying and resolving inefficiencies, introducing solutions instrumental to boosting performance and strategically utilizing resources to generate optimal results.  among my recent accomplishments, i strategically developed and executed a targeted communications and public diplomacy plan, promoting key foreign policy priorities throughout the united states.  i also contributed solid public relations and multitasking skills in managing outreach for an advocacy organization representing 8,000 members.

 

as a member of your team, i will consistently exhibit a strong commitment to quality and a dedication to playing a large role in achieving and surpassing goals.  i am eager to meet with you to discuss how my qualifications support your current and prospective needs, and welcome the opportunity to interview at your earliest convenience.

 

professional regards,

 

 

 

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