Chip Weiskotten
Director of Strategic Communications at National Marine Sanctuary Foundation- Claim this Profile
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Nat Moss
Chip brings outstanding communications expertise to everything he does. He’s a sharp, versatile, and eloquent writer. He is shrewd and strategic about messaging. He brings great passion to the mission while remaining laser-focused on goals and outcomes. He is creative and adaptable, continually challenging himself to approach problems from new angles. He also happens to be a fantastically warm and decent person. Any firm or institution would be lucky to have him on their team.
Stephen Sautner
Recommending Chip Weiskotten, whom I worked with at WCS for eight years. Chip is a dedicated communications professional; innovative and creative; yet driven and determined to get the job done. One of my proudest moments working with Chip was on the campaign to make bison our national mammal. No one thought we had much of a chance to accomplish this goal. Chip developed and executed a comprehensive communications plan that relied on both national and hyper-local media -- particularly in the districts of key elected officials. And on April 27th, 2016, legislation was signed into law by President Obama with bi-partisan support. Without a strong communications effort, this never would have happened.
Nat Moss
Chip brings outstanding communications expertise to everything he does. He’s a sharp, versatile, and eloquent writer. He is shrewd and strategic about messaging. He brings great passion to the mission while remaining laser-focused on goals and outcomes. He is creative and adaptable, continually challenging himself to approach problems from new angles. He also happens to be a fantastically warm and decent person. Any firm or institution would be lucky to have him on their team.
Stephen Sautner
Recommending Chip Weiskotten, whom I worked with at WCS for eight years. Chip is a dedicated communications professional; innovative and creative; yet driven and determined to get the job done. One of my proudest moments working with Chip was on the campaign to make bison our national mammal. No one thought we had much of a chance to accomplish this goal. Chip developed and executed a comprehensive communications plan that relied on both national and hyper-local media -- particularly in the districts of key elected officials. And on April 27th, 2016, legislation was signed into law by President Obama with bi-partisan support. Without a strong communications effort, this never would have happened.
Nat Moss
Chip brings outstanding communications expertise to everything he does. He’s a sharp, versatile, and eloquent writer. He is shrewd and strategic about messaging. He brings great passion to the mission while remaining laser-focused on goals and outcomes. He is creative and adaptable, continually challenging himself to approach problems from new angles. He also happens to be a fantastically warm and decent person. Any firm or institution would be lucky to have him on their team.
Stephen Sautner
Recommending Chip Weiskotten, whom I worked with at WCS for eight years. Chip is a dedicated communications professional; innovative and creative; yet driven and determined to get the job done. One of my proudest moments working with Chip was on the campaign to make bison our national mammal. No one thought we had much of a chance to accomplish this goal. Chip developed and executed a comprehensive communications plan that relied on both national and hyper-local media -- particularly in the districts of key elected officials. And on April 27th, 2016, legislation was signed into law by President Obama with bi-partisan support. Without a strong communications effort, this never would have happened.
Nat Moss
Chip brings outstanding communications expertise to everything he does. He’s a sharp, versatile, and eloquent writer. He is shrewd and strategic about messaging. He brings great passion to the mission while remaining laser-focused on goals and outcomes. He is creative and adaptable, continually challenging himself to approach problems from new angles. He also happens to be a fantastically warm and decent person. Any firm or institution would be lucky to have him on their team.
Stephen Sautner
Recommending Chip Weiskotten, whom I worked with at WCS for eight years. Chip is a dedicated communications professional; innovative and creative; yet driven and determined to get the job done. One of my proudest moments working with Chip was on the campaign to make bison our national mammal. No one thought we had much of a chance to accomplish this goal. Chip developed and executed a comprehensive communications plan that relied on both national and hyper-local media -- particularly in the districts of key elected officials. And on April 27th, 2016, legislation was signed into law by President Obama with bi-partisan support. Without a strong communications effort, this never would have happened.
Experience
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National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
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United States
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Public Policy
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Strategic Communications
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Apr 2019 - Present
Plans, develop and implement communication strategies to promote and support the Foundation’s work in traditional and new media. Leads brand messaging development and management; development and execution of strategic communications plans to inform, educate, activate, and inspire key audiences, which include the press, existing and potential funders, partners, government leaders, our Board of Trustees, and employees; vendor management; and budget management. Serves as a spokesperson and advocate for the organization, engaging the public and media in functions that underscore and advance the value of Foundation and national marine sanctuaries in the eyes of constituents. Manages the Foundation’s digital communications platforms, including the website and social media. Show less
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Wildlife Conservation Society
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Asst. Director of Policy Communications
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Mar 2010 - Oct 2018
- Directed communications and public relations for the Washington-based federal policy and legislative team of a global conservation organization. - Handled external communications for international policy work, including the European Union and multilateral institutions such as CITES. - Executed all facets of communications programs, including strategic planning; managing lists of media contacts and influencers; drafting and distributing news releases, op-ed pieces, blogs, and social media; and development of other written materials. - Placed high-profile stories in major outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, Associated Press, Reuters, BBC, National Public Radio, and many other national and international outlets; digital news sites, including Buzzfeed, Mashable and Vice; as well as scientific and political media. - Forged relationships with top-tier reporters at the Washington Post, Associated Press, The Guardian and many others. - Wrote media statements for executives, including the president and CEO, on breaking news stories. - Elevated public awareness of conservation issues concerning elephant ivory, sharks, bison, wildlife trafficking and more. Show less
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Powell Tate
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United States
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Executive
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Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
- Managed and executed the Entertainment Software Association’s public relations programs. - Publicized the video game industry’s positive contributions through media monitoring, media outreach and development of materials including press releases, speeches and presentations. - Secured positive exposure for ESA in local and national outlets, including the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric and the San Jose Mercury News. - Managed and executed the Entertainment Software Association’s public relations programs. - Publicized the video game industry’s positive contributions through media monitoring, media outreach and development of materials including press releases, speeches and presentations. - Secured positive exposure for ESA in local and national outlets, including the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric and the San Jose Mercury News.
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U.S. House of Representatives
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United States
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Deputy Press Secretary
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Mar 2006 - May 2008
- Acted as main contact for TV and print reporters, field press inquiries and pitch stories and media events. - Drafted press releases, op-ed pieces, media advisories, public statements and speeches. - Assisted legislative team by researching grants and attending briefings and meetings. - Acted as main contact for TV and print reporters, field press inquiries and pitch stories and media events. - Drafted press releases, op-ed pieces, media advisories, public statements and speeches. - Assisted legislative team by researching grants and attending briefings and meetings.
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Education
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1999 - 2003
Boston University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Energy and Environmental Analysis
