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Street Address (507) 381-8092EMAIL AVAILABLESummaryExperienced, effective communications and public information leader with proven success in storytelling and messaging, executive positioning, employee engagement, brand and reputation management, influencer and media relations, public relations, crisis communications and team leadership.Professional ExperienceDirector of Communications, Minnesota Department of Education(6/22 - 8/24)Responsibilities and AchievementsPlanning, decision-making and implementation of communication and marketing strategies as part of executive leadership team under Education Commissioner.Represent agency on matters of public interest, concern and controversy, such as legislative policy, data breech, security incidents and national trends and issues.Serve as agency spokesperson to news media and general public.Serve as strategic consultant to Governor's Office, Commissioner, Cabinet members and agency leadership.Prepare and implement strategic internal and external communications plans and messages.Coordinate and oversee all marketing, communications, social media and public affairs activities.Supervise 10 professional staff members, including those responsible for media relations, internal communications, social media, web design, event planning, executive speechwriting and positioning.Develop and implement communication strategies to ensure timely, accurate and positive messaging for agency on matters of public interest, such as annual legislative agenda and national events and issues.Provide consistency and stability in agency communications leadership during transitions in appointments.Select, develop and retain experienced and talented communications professionals resulting in 100% retention rate.Director of Communications, Saint Paul Public Schools(10/18 - 5/22)Responsibilities and AchievementsPlanning, decision-making and implementation of communication and marketing strategies as part of executive leadership team under the Superintendent.Represent District and Board of Education on matters of public interest, concern and controversy.Prepare and implement strategic internal and external communications plans and messages.Coordinate and oversee all marketing, communications, social media and public affairs activities.Develop and implement communications strategies and tactics relating to labor-management issues, including but not limited to contract negotiations, public demonstrations and events, work stoppages and workplace environment.Oversee translation services staff and external sources, ensuring inclusive communication strategies and messages.Supervise 12 professional staff members.Develop and implement $2-million annual communications and marketing budget.Leverage translation services to provide inclusive language support to all District communications, Board of Education meetings, public forums and school-based events.Develop and implement communication strategies to ensure timely, accurate and positive messaging in advance, during and following educator's strike in 2020, and the subsequent strike resolution that led immediately into the COVID-19 pandemic.Develop and implement diverse, inclusive strategies and tactics to ensure students, families and team members had accurate information during COVID-19 pandemic, including touchpoints for families to stay connected, educators to promote their techniques, and inter-District communications.Create messaging, personal appearance and media opportunities to enhance reputation of Superintendent with local, regional and national news and educational organizations.Leverage existing talent and bolstered morale of team members by promoting individuals and assigning special projects during COVID-19 pandemic.Strengthen relationships between Principals and the Office of Communications, building trust critical to effective messaging.Chief Communications Officer, Mayo Clinic Health System(8/97 - 3/17)Responsibilities and AchievementsPlanning, decision-making and implementation of marketing and communication strategies as part of senior management.Provide consultation to CEO and other senior administrators and Board members on matters of public concern or controversy.Prepare and implement strategic internal communications plans and messages for the organization.Coordinate and oversee all marketing, communications, social media and public affairs activities at all sites.Develop and implement community education programs, including professional continuing education opportunities, public seminars and special events.Coordinate all print and electronic advertising campaigns.Develop and implement provider relations and engagement strategies.Coordinate and oversee all crisis communication and emergency preparedness functions for organization.Coordinate and supervise all public information releases.Develop and implement communications strategies and tactics relating to labor-management issues, including but not limited to contract negotiations, public demonstrations and events, work stoppages and workplace environment.Attract, develop and retain the very best people for the organization.Serve as primary spokesperson for organization to news media and members of the public.Serve as lobbyist and primary government affairs contact for regional and enterprise organization.Provide leadership as part of Mayo Clinic communications efforts.Supervise professional and clerical staff.Provide leadership and oversight to volunteer services program.Significantly increase the visibility and enhance the credibility of the organization.Implement transparency efforts resulting in enhanced organizational performance and external recognition.Enhance the organizations Voice of the Customer efforts, develop processes to gather and utilize data in strategic planning and operational decisions.Provide leadership for organization-wide customer service training program.Design and implement internal and external marketing and communications plans for medical centers and clinical practices in the organization.EducationBachelors of Science, Saint Johns University, Collegeville, MinnesotaCommunity EngagementMankato/North Mankato Dollars for Scholars Board of DirectorsMankato Area Healthy Youth Board of DirectorsMankato Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory BoardMankato Family Resource Center Advisory BoardSouth Central Healthcare CoalitionMayo Clinic Health System - Waseca Board of DirectorsGreater Mankato United Way Success by Six WorkgroupChair, Envision2020 Health And Human Services Implementation teamSouth Central College Foundation Board of DirectorsCity of Mankato/Blue Earth County Emergency Preparedness WorkgroupRelated Experience and AwardsAssistant Commissioner/Director of Communications - Minnesota Department of Public SafetyReporter/Anchor - KMSP-TVProducer/Reporter - Minnesota Public RadioMayo Clinic Silver Quality FellowReceived the Admirals Award from the Minnesota Health Strategy & Communications Network in recognition of demonstrated achievement in crisis communicationsHost of North Suburban Beat, monthly cable television program serving 10 communities in the northern Twin City suburbsMaster of Ceremonies for Minnesota Star of the North amateur athletic gamesRegional Vice-Chair of Public Affairs and Consumer Education Committee for the American Association of Motor Vehicle AdministratorsPublic address announcer for University of Minnesota womens athletic programFreelance radio and television projectsNational spokesperson for American Council on Exercise |
