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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLECREDENTIALSPROFESSIONAL SUMMARY A hands on, results oriented dynamic professional with experience both as a consultant and a leader, proven experience working with national and international media, and strong public speaking and creative writing skills. Extensive experience in developing and implementing strategic communication plans, managing crisis communications, directing internal/external communications programs, developing change management and executive communications, public relations, marketing, public affairs, speech writing, corporate messaging, and community relations. A trusted advisor to senior executives with a proven track record of strategic planning and execution in media relations, executive and employee communications, and community relations to support global operations and workforces.EDUCATION:MA Public Administration, University of Northern ColoradoBA Political Science, University of MarylandBS Health Care Administration, Southern Illinois UniversityDiploma, Executive Graduate Program, Mass Communications, University of OklahomaTexas Licensed General Lines (Life & Health) Insurance AgentCertified Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Planner (CBCP), Vancouver, CanadaCertified ESL Instructor, ITTTActive DoD Secret ClearanceAuthor: Michael's Messengers, AuthorHouse, Bloomington IN, 2004, Uncommon Warrior, 2009, A Sons Odyssey, 2011, Justice Served, 2013, War Lost Game Over, 2015, Second Chances, 2020, On the Eighth Day God Created a Marine, 2021Writing samples available upon requestPOSITIONS HELD:Public Affairs Specialist, USACE, Kansas City District.05/08/2023-presentCommand Information contributor and editorMedia Relations AdvisorCommunication Synchronization plannerPublic Affairs Officer, 7BW, Dyess AFB TX 12/2020-PresentSection Chief, Community EngagementCommunications Committee Member, Joint Land UsageMedia Relations AdvisorAd Hoc Member of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs CommitteeJournalistCollege Faculty- Remington College 04/2013-01/2018Associate of Science Degree Instructor, Speech CommunicationBachelor of Science Degree Instructor, Mass Communication, Political Science, History and EthicsSenior Strategic Communications Consultant-CSC, 10/2009-10/2010Supported the U.S. Navys community relations outreach program in 22 citiesEstablished relations with media reps in all locationsProvided media analysis of each outreach program in after action reportsSenior Strategic Communications Consultant-Booz Allen Hamilton, 01/2009-10/2009Developed strategic communications plans for two Air Force agencies and the US Armys Medical CommandContributed to and edited the US Army Medical Commands intranet websiteProvided communication support and advice to the U.S, Armys Wounded Warrior Program.Developed effective messaging to reach target audiences.Measured effectiveness of communication in various mediaManaged stakeholder expectationsEdited proposals for new business servicesDeveloped outreach programs and public relations initiatives for all Army regional hospital facilitiesDirector, Global Employee Communications, CSC, 08/2007-08/2008Developed corporate content messaging to four global business unitsInitiated corporate wide communication strategy during a major change management processDeveloped an employee feedback process to determine attitudes, morale, and suggested improvements and methods for top-down communication toolsGuided external advertising agencies contracted to design and produce material for employees during corporate image changeSenior Strategic Communications Consultant, CSC, 10/2004-08/2007Wrote and edited Air Force Communications PlanWrote and edited Air Force Communications GuideWrote executive speechesPrepared and edited senior leader congressional testimonyProvided daily public affairs reports to general officer staffPrepared analysis and impact statements of pending congressional legislationCoached top leaders to sharpen interview skills to answer tough media questions with positive approach.Instructor, Defense Information School, DoD, 10/2002 10/2004Public Affairs Qualification Course InstructorDeveloped public affairs curriculum for Iraqi governmentLed assessment of impact of embed media on military public affairs operationsSenior Public Affairs Officer, United States Air ForceDirected Global Media Relations, Strategic Air CommandDirected Global Internal Communications, Strategic Air CommandSenior Press Officer, NATO, Allied Forces Southern EuropeEstablished and maintained relationships with members of Congress, national and local mediaRegional Manager, EDS/Apple Computer European Infrastructure Project, Paris, FranceExecutive Vice President, EDS/Olivetti Partnership, Milan, ItalyRegional Manager, Concept Design Technology, General Motors, Auburn Hills, MIOther Experience:Adjunct Instructor: Park College, Kansas City, MO: Political ScienceAdjunct Instructor: Embry-Riddle University, Daytona Beach: FL: Political ScienceAdjunct instructor: Southern Illinois University, Hospital Financial ManagementVolunteer Experience:Founder and Director, American Youth Soccer Program, Naples ItalyExecutive Director of American Youth Sports Program, Naples ItalyMerit Badge Counselor, Boy Scouts of AmericaCoordinator and Volunteer, Special Olympics, State of MarylandFostered horses, Habitat for HorsesHabitat for Humanity, Little Rock, Arkansas. |