Experience

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health
• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Director of Marketing and Communications

  • Apr 2023 - Present


WV Hospital Association

• Director, Communications & Grassroots Advocacy

  • Oct 2005 - Oct 2022

  - Directed all internal and external communications - Promoted member hospitals utilizing a comprehensive communications plan - Conducted ongoing communication audits and assessments - Directed branding efforts to ensure reputation and personality - Organized all media campaigns, including the negotiation and placement of broadcast media - Served as primary contact for all media inquiries - Corresponded with media entities and vendors to identify promotional opportunities - Managed accounts, department goals, and budgets - Served as primary coordinator of website and social media platforms - Organized all virtual and in-person activities for Legislative Advocacy Week - Facilitated fundraising activities for political action committee - Coordinated required compliance with both federal and state agencies Show less



Elite Healthcare, Inc.

• United States
• Medical Practices

• Human Resources & Marketing Director

  • Jun 2002 - Sep 2005

  - Arranged and conducted prospective employee interviews - Conducted all new employee orientation and training sessions - Acted as a liaison to employees for agency owners and administrator - Met with employees regarding employment and company issues - Maintained employee files in compliance with state and federal regulations - Corresponded with insurance companies in regard to agency benefits - Responsible for marketing company services in 13 West Virginia counties - Directed new marketing awareness campaign, including corporate collateral and promotional materials - Increased client census to highest levels in company history Show less



Ramada Plaza Hotel

• Hospitality
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Event Planner

  • Jul 2001 - May 2002

  - Responsible for in-house sales and marketing - Worked with clients and hotel staff to plan and organize all aspects of hotel events - Responsible for in-house sales and marketing - Worked with clients and hotel staff to plan and organize all aspects of hotel events