Dessi Tomova
Internal Communications and Engagement Manager at Kansas City University- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Bulgarian Native or bilingual proficiency
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Lisa Knolla
I worked with Dessi for two years at Optiv. She is an outstanding talent. She is dependable to the point that most everyone wanted to partner with her on projects . Often times, these projects had nothing to do with Dessi or her role at Optiv, but because she is so good at what she does she would be brought in. Her work product is second to none. Dessi was able to start our Talent Brand program (as well as countless others) from the ground up and what she has built is so exciting. Dessi's organizational skills are top notch. She quickly worked her way up through the ranks and in two short years is reporting directly to the CHRO. Dessi is an asset to any team and whoever is lucky enough to work with her will never forget her. One of the best things about Dessi is that she is usually the smartest person in the room, but she has a way of making everyone feel like they are contributing equally. I cannot wait to see where Dessi's career takes her. She is destined for great things.
Cyndi Stevens
Dessi is a strategic thinker and detailed planner. Her ability to build relationships is superb; a true team player and collaborator. She is a joy to work with and brings out the best in others. Dessi is a tenacious employee always looking for the best possible solution for the company and all others involved. She is proactive and timely; balancing multiple stakeholders and prioritizing; managing process and people, and is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. She has a very professional demeanor and is very approachable when there are concerns or opinions to be discussed. She has been a true asset to me, the team and the organization in various capacities. I fully endorse and highly recommend Dessislava.
Lisa Knolla
I worked with Dessi for two years at Optiv. She is an outstanding talent. She is dependable to the point that most everyone wanted to partner with her on projects . Often times, these projects had nothing to do with Dessi or her role at Optiv, but because she is so good at what she does she would be brought in. Her work product is second to none. Dessi was able to start our Talent Brand program (as well as countless others) from the ground up and what she has built is so exciting. Dessi's organizational skills are top notch. She quickly worked her way up through the ranks and in two short years is reporting directly to the CHRO. Dessi is an asset to any team and whoever is lucky enough to work with her will never forget her. One of the best things about Dessi is that she is usually the smartest person in the room, but she has a way of making everyone feel like they are contributing equally. I cannot wait to see where Dessi's career takes her. She is destined for great things.
Cyndi Stevens
Dessi is a strategic thinker and detailed planner. Her ability to build relationships is superb; a true team player and collaborator. She is a joy to work with and brings out the best in others. Dessi is a tenacious employee always looking for the best possible solution for the company and all others involved. She is proactive and timely; balancing multiple stakeholders and prioritizing; managing process and people, and is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. She has a very professional demeanor and is very approachable when there are concerns or opinions to be discussed. She has been a true asset to me, the team and the organization in various capacities. I fully endorse and highly recommend Dessislava.
Lisa Knolla
I worked with Dessi for two years at Optiv. She is an outstanding talent. She is dependable to the point that most everyone wanted to partner with her on projects . Often times, these projects had nothing to do with Dessi or her role at Optiv, but because she is so good at what she does she would be brought in. Her work product is second to none. Dessi was able to start our Talent Brand program (as well as countless others) from the ground up and what she has built is so exciting. Dessi's organizational skills are top notch. She quickly worked her way up through the ranks and in two short years is reporting directly to the CHRO. Dessi is an asset to any team and whoever is lucky enough to work with her will never forget her. One of the best things about Dessi is that she is usually the smartest person in the room, but she has a way of making everyone feel like they are contributing equally. I cannot wait to see where Dessi's career takes her. She is destined for great things.
Cyndi Stevens
Dessi is a strategic thinker and detailed planner. Her ability to build relationships is superb; a true team player and collaborator. She is a joy to work with and brings out the best in others. Dessi is a tenacious employee always looking for the best possible solution for the company and all others involved. She is proactive and timely; balancing multiple stakeholders and prioritizing; managing process and people, and is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. She has a very professional demeanor and is very approachable when there are concerns or opinions to be discussed. She has been a true asset to me, the team and the organization in various capacities. I fully endorse and highly recommend Dessislava.
Lisa Knolla
I worked with Dessi for two years at Optiv. She is an outstanding talent. She is dependable to the point that most everyone wanted to partner with her on projects . Often times, these projects had nothing to do with Dessi or her role at Optiv, but because she is so good at what she does she would be brought in. Her work product is second to none. Dessi was able to start our Talent Brand program (as well as countless others) from the ground up and what she has built is so exciting. Dessi's organizational skills are top notch. She quickly worked her way up through the ranks and in two short years is reporting directly to the CHRO. Dessi is an asset to any team and whoever is lucky enough to work with her will never forget her. One of the best things about Dessi is that she is usually the smartest person in the room, but she has a way of making everyone feel like they are contributing equally. I cannot wait to see where Dessi's career takes her. She is destined for great things.
Cyndi Stevens
Dessi is a strategic thinker and detailed planner. Her ability to build relationships is superb; a true team player and collaborator. She is a joy to work with and brings out the best in others. Dessi is a tenacious employee always looking for the best possible solution for the company and all others involved. She is proactive and timely; balancing multiple stakeholders and prioritizing; managing process and people, and is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. She has a very professional demeanor and is very approachable when there are concerns or opinions to be discussed. She has been a true asset to me, the team and the organization in various capacities. I fully endorse and highly recommend Dessislava.
Experience
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Kansas City University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Internal Communications and Engagement Manager
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Jun 2018 - Present
• Working within the Human Resources team and partnering cross-functionally to develop and execute employee engagement strategy across the University • Plan and execute an effective internal communication strategy • Monitor and report on engagement analytics across digital platforms to guide future content creation • Analyze engagement survey and other collected data (ex. pulse surveys, monthly polls, satisfaction surveys) and provide strategic action planning • Develop workplace experience programs to influence culture and promote an inclusive work environment • Develop and execute diversity and inclusion tactics for the Human Resources team, as part of the broader University strategy • Internal and external print and rich media content development – social media, Town Hall presentations, intranet, newsletter • Activate candidate attraction tactics to develop a strong employment brand for the University • Manage University intranet Show less
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Remediant, now part of Netwrix
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United States
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Computer and Network Security
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1 - 100 Employee
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Solutions Marketing Director
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2019 - 2019
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Optiv
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United States
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Computer and Network Security
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcer | Project Manager, Strategic HR Initiatives
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Nov 2015 - Nov 2017
• Talent brand activation strategies • Diversity and Inclusion program • Employee experience and engagement initiatives • Talent acquisition sourcing strategies • Event planning • Optiv Careers social media channels content development and management • Marketing nurturing and lead generation campaigns • Data analytics, reporting and analysis • HR content development and design • Hiring Managers tools and resources development • Talent brand activation strategies • Diversity and Inclusion program • Employee experience and engagement initiatives • Talent acquisition sourcing strategies • Event planning • Optiv Careers social media channels content development and management • Marketing nurturing and lead generation campaigns • Data analytics, reporting and analysis • HR content development and design • Hiring Managers tools and resources development
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NIC Inc.
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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400 - 500 Employee
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Communications Specialist | Senior Communications Manager
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Jan 2011 - Jun 2015
Internal Communications: Manage all day-to-day tactical management of several key internal programs, including the company social responsibility program, company-wide wellness program, and all-employee communications | Guide program strategy, developing communication about program milestones and deadlines | Create presentations for webcasts, and identifying ways to communicate programs’ success. Marketing Communications: Serve as the primary contact for reviewing and distributing all company news releases and assist business units in marketing new online services to end users | Serve as the lead project manager of annual report project for all company business units | Assist in new projects that bring efficiencies and streamline portal marketing operations | Content development and design of marketing materials for internal and external audiences. Digital Content Development & Management: Develop content and co-manage all company Web assets, including company website, partner portal, social media channels, and company intranet | Assist in guiding strategy to evolve all Web assets into optimal communication tools for all company target audiences, and tactically implement all updates to the various digital channels. Show less
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Cavirin Systems, Inc.
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United States
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Computer and Network Security
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1 - 100 Employee
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Integrated Marketing Manager
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2015 - 2015
• Development and execution of marketing programs to promote the company's brand • Marketing content development • Lead generation • Graphic design • Media relations • Brand development and management • Digital channels management • Social media • Agency and partner communications • Media planning, buying, and innovation strategies • Event planning • Development and execution of marketing programs to promote the company's brand • Marketing content development • Lead generation • Graphic design • Media relations • Brand development and management • Digital channels management • Social media • Agency and partner communications • Media planning, buying, and innovation strategies • Event planning
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Education
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Newman University
Bachelor's degree, Marketing -
Friends University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications/Publications
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