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STAAR SurgicalSenior Director, Global Brand Equity & Communications
Oct. 2024Lake Forest, California, United States
KenvueInterim Director, State Government Affairs - West
Mar. 2024 - Sep. 2024For several months, I led State Government Affairs - West, for Kenvue. During this active legislative period, I represented our company among lawmakers and with industry associations, including the Personal Care Products Council and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association. During this time, I was also a key leader in the launch of a sun care educational campaign, including targeted digital ads, a sun care microsite, and literature aimed at boosting awareness among lawmakers about the need for increased sun-care innovation in the U.S.
KenvueGlobal Digital Communications Leader
May. 2023 - Oct. 2024New York City Metropolitan AreaI led the digital communications strategy at Kenvue, the world's largest consumer health company by revenue. I built and oversaw a digital communications center of excellence, crafting and executing strategy to build the Kenvue brand across our corporate website, social media channels and intranet. Our team developed content that engaged and grew our audiences, and implemented new tools and processes to boost our impact.
Johnson & Johnson Consumer HealthDigital Communications Leader
Jan. 2023 - May. 2023I led communications strategy and oversaw a team delivering a modern, human-centric digital communications strategy, including intranet, corporate website and social media ecosystem for a global CPG leader.
Johnson & Johnson Consumer HealthLeader, Global Brand Communications
Oct. 2021 - Jan. 2023I drove high-impact, holistic, external communications that protect and enhance the reputation of the $14B+ Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health sector and our global iconic brands. I also partner with business leaders in the Self Care (OTC) stronghold and Consumer Experience Organization to energize and engage employees around the world.
Johnson & JohnsonDirector, Global Communication & Public Affairs
Jul. 2019 - Nov. 2021Orange County, California AreaI led a talented team in crafting and executing global communications for four diverse, growing businesses within the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies - spanning cardiovascular, stroke care, otolaryngology (ENT) and breast aesthetics. We delivered impactful 360-degree programs to engage employees, health care providers and patients. I was also proud to be a co-lead for the Orange County Open&Out Employee Resource Group.
Johnson & JohnsonSenior Manager, North America & Global Communications
Jul. 2016 - Jul. 2019Jacksonville, FloridaI led internal and external communications strategy for the North America Vision Care commercial organization, including executive communications, brand PR, conference and convention communications, corporate messaging and branding, social media and issues management. In 2018, I was the first-ever communicator to be named a Commercial Partner of the Year at Johnson & Johnson Vision.
Johnson & JohnsonLeader, North America & Global Communications
Jul. 2016 - Jul. 2019Jacksonville, FloridaI led internal and external communications strategy for the North America Vision Care commercial organization, including executive communications, brand PR, conference and convention communications, corporate messaging and branding, social media and issues management. In 2018, I was the first-ever communicator to be named a Commercial Partner of the Year at Johnson & Johnson Vision.
AlconManager, US & Canada Communications
May. 2014 - Jul. 2016I drove internal and external communications for multi billion dollar US business, including brand PR, customer communications, issues management and change communications. In this role, I led influencer programs and launched social media channels for two contact lens brands, reaching more than 300,000 new followers in under one year.
AlconManager, Global Internal Communications
Aug. 2011 - May. 2014fort worth, texasLed internal communications for global HR, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Finance, and R&D functions.
AlconCommunication Specialist II
Mar. 2010 - Aug. 2011Fort Worth, TexasLed editorial process for primary global employee communications tool, including editorial meetings, issue planning, calendar creation and primary contribution of content. Ensured high-quality, on-time delivery of all corporate communications projects through project management, content creation, video concepts and scripting, and editorial/proofreading support. Provided regular communications support – including project management, content development and editing – as needed for Sales and Marketing, Global IT, Manufacturing, Legal and Finance departments.
First Command Financial Services, Inc.Media Relations Specialist
May. 2008 - Mar. 2010Named company’s Field Service Superstar in February 2010 for exceptional service to company’s field employees. Served as managing editor and chief contributor for client-facing print magazine reaching more than 250,000 households, and successfully transitioned magazine to online publication. Proactively generated relevant, timely ideas for reaching local and national media. Managed corporate social media initiatives, including Twitter and Facebook presence, ensuring compliance with both internal and external regulatory authorities. Developed editorial calendars and provided timely and topical articles for bi-monthly women’s personal finance e-newsletter and bi-monthly newsletter for federal employees. Generated relevant, specific, retirement-, investment- and financial-planning focused articles for financial adviser use with clients, prospects and local media outlets.
AmeriCreditCommunication Specialist
Jun. 2007 - Apr. 2008Generated multiple employee-facing intranet articles monthly, relaying new business initiatives and featuring relevant interviews with executives and employees. Provided ideas and wrote content for quarterly internal magazine. Drafted and edited press releases for company events, awards and for quarterly earnings announcements. Served as contact for unsolicited media inquiries.
St. Joseph SchoolCommunication Specialist
Oct. 2004 - Mar. 2006
STAAR Surgical
Lake Forest, California, United States
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