Experience

Buchanan County Health Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Relations Manager

  • Jan 2015 - Present

  •Coordinate and implement company marketing, public relations, and recruitment strategic plans through the utilization of news media, social media, graphic design, direct mail, advertisement, community outreach, and special events •Oversee and manage organization’s marketing and recruitment budget •Facilitate Auxiliary events, meetings, and publications while acting as hospital liaison to the Auxiliary •Coordinate internal culture development through organizing and conducting activities and ongoing internal communication •Serve as the Patient Advocate by communicating as a patient representative with administration; compiling all patient complaints and grievances and communicating the process with the patient •Active board member of the Buchanan County Health Trust, serving as treasurer and event coordinator



Independence Area Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director

  • Aug 2012 - Jan 2015

  •Managed and maintained organization’s budget and multiple accounts •Maintained and grew membership of over 240 local businesses and organizations •Organized, promoted, and directed city-wide activities and events •Developed and implemented strategies for marketing initiatives and advertising campaigns •Engaged in an active and growing social media and online presence •Fundraised for several events and community enhancement projects •Managed office personnel, Board of Directors, and Ambassadors •Educated and effectively communicated with community members, media outlets, and potential residents through numerous public speaking events, interviews, and press releases •Served as an executive committee member for “Indee RAGBRAI 2014”, overseeing the following committees: Hospitality, Budget & Fundraising, Emergency Management, Entertainment, Publicity, Information Center and Web/Social media