Ann Swardlick
Associate Director Of Communications at The University of Southern Maine Foundation- Claim this Profile
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Adam Sholley
Ann is that rare writer who insists on thinking about the integrity of the strategy before she even gets started. She takes the time to get to know her clients, their challenges, and what really makes their brand or story compelling and unique. Often she helps improve upon the startegic premise in that process. She then invariably produces some of the most thoughtful and insightful long- or short-form content that I've had the pleasure to be associated with in my career. Ann works efficiently, thoughtfully and collaborates well. She is also one of the nicest people on the face of the planet. You absolutely will not go wrong with with Ann on your team.
Rebecca A. Daigle
I had the pleasure of working with Ann for a great number of years at Swardlick Marketing Group. Ann is smart, curious, thorough and dedicated to producing quality work — every project, every time! I am also very impressed with Ann's interviewing skills. She is always prepared with the right background, questions and calm demeanor that makes her subjects feel at ease in front of a camera. When Ann is on a project with me — I never have to worry!
Adam Sholley
Ann is that rare writer who insists on thinking about the integrity of the strategy before she even gets started. She takes the time to get to know her clients, their challenges, and what really makes their brand or story compelling and unique. Often she helps improve upon the startegic premise in that process. She then invariably produces some of the most thoughtful and insightful long- or short-form content that I've had the pleasure to be associated with in my career. Ann works efficiently, thoughtfully and collaborates well. She is also one of the nicest people on the face of the planet. You absolutely will not go wrong with with Ann on your team.
Rebecca A. Daigle
I had the pleasure of working with Ann for a great number of years at Swardlick Marketing Group. Ann is smart, curious, thorough and dedicated to producing quality work — every project, every time! I am also very impressed with Ann's interviewing skills. She is always prepared with the right background, questions and calm demeanor that makes her subjects feel at ease in front of a camera. When Ann is on a project with me — I never have to worry!
Adam Sholley
Ann is that rare writer who insists on thinking about the integrity of the strategy before she even gets started. She takes the time to get to know her clients, their challenges, and what really makes their brand or story compelling and unique. Often she helps improve upon the startegic premise in that process. She then invariably produces some of the most thoughtful and insightful long- or short-form content that I've had the pleasure to be associated with in my career. Ann works efficiently, thoughtfully and collaborates well. She is also one of the nicest people on the face of the planet. You absolutely will not go wrong with with Ann on your team.
Rebecca A. Daigle
I had the pleasure of working with Ann for a great number of years at Swardlick Marketing Group. Ann is smart, curious, thorough and dedicated to producing quality work — every project, every time! I am also very impressed with Ann's interviewing skills. She is always prepared with the right background, questions and calm demeanor that makes her subjects feel at ease in front of a camera. When Ann is on a project with me — I never have to worry!
Adam Sholley
Ann is that rare writer who insists on thinking about the integrity of the strategy before she even gets started. She takes the time to get to know her clients, their challenges, and what really makes their brand or story compelling and unique. Often she helps improve upon the startegic premise in that process. She then invariably produces some of the most thoughtful and insightful long- or short-form content that I've had the pleasure to be associated with in my career. Ann works efficiently, thoughtfully and collaborates well. She is also one of the nicest people on the face of the planet. You absolutely will not go wrong with with Ann on your team.
Rebecca A. Daigle
I had the pleasure of working with Ann for a great number of years at Swardlick Marketing Group. Ann is smart, curious, thorough and dedicated to producing quality work — every project, every time! I am also very impressed with Ann's interviewing skills. She is always prepared with the right background, questions and calm demeanor that makes her subjects feel at ease in front of a camera. When Ann is on a project with me — I never have to worry!
Experience
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Associate Director Of Communications
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Aug 2018 - Present
The USM Foundation supports the success of the University of Southern Maine through philanthropy, engagement, innovation, and service. As Associate Director of Communications, I am responsible for developing and executing the communications strategy for USM's advancement initiatives as well as outreach to external and internal partners and stakeholders.
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Writer, Marketing Communications
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Aug 2017 - Aug 2018
As a writer at the USM Foundation, I promote the success of the University of Southern Maine and its students by communicating our mission, engaging the community, and galvanizing support for the University's bold strategic plan for its future. I value the power of public higher education to change lives and strengthen communities.
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Saint Joseph's College
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United States
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Higher Education
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Advancement Editorial Officer
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Feb 2017 - Jul 2017
As a member of the Advancement team, I supported the College's strategic initiatives by developing cases for support, writing donor and alumni communications, and providing ongoing editorial support. As a member of the Advancement team, I supported the College's strategic initiatives by developing cases for support, writing donor and alumni communications, and providing ongoing editorial support.
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Writer/Editor –– Higher Ed and Nonprofit
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Jan 2010 - Jan 2017
Freelance writing and editing, with a focus on higher education and non-profit communications. Extensive writing experience in the areas of collateral, magazine, and website content, as well as developing case statements and other materials to achieve campaign success. Freelance writing and editing, with a focus on higher education and non-profit communications. Extensive writing experience in the areas of collateral, magazine, and website content, as well as developing case statements and other materials to achieve campaign success.
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Writer/Consultant
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Feb 2016 - Dec 2016
Stepped in to fill a gap in the College's communications department, serving as interim writer and editor for the alumni magazine. Additional projects included case statements for ongoing development campaigns, with supporting alumni, student, faculty and donor profiles. Stepped in to fill a gap in the College's communications department, serving as interim writer and editor for the alumni magazine. Additional projects included case statements for ongoing development campaigns, with supporting alumni, student, faculty and donor profiles.
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Swardlick Marketing Group
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Copywriter
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Jan 1980 - Jan 2011
Copywriter with a wide range of experience working for clients in travel/tourism, higher education, food and nutrition, financial services and non-for profit organizations. Long-term clients included the Maine Office of Tourism, Bentley University, the Wild Blueberry Association of North America, Gorham Savings Bank, Oakhurst Dairy and the Unitariain Universalist Association. Copywriter with a wide range of experience working for clients in travel/tourism, higher education, food and nutrition, financial services and non-for profit organizations. Long-term clients included the Maine Office of Tourism, Bentley University, the Wild Blueberry Association of North America, Gorham Savings Bank, Oakhurst Dairy and the Unitariain Universalist Association.
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Education
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1970 - 1974
Colby College
BA, English -
1975 - 1975
Northwestern University
MA, Communications
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