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Simon Couper

Owner & Principal at Thataway Communications
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Communications expert with a strong background in corporate communications, strategic communications, and journalism.
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Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, CA
Skills
  • Corporate Communications
  • Strategic Communications
  • Editing
  • Media Relations
  • Internal Communications
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Simon Couper is a seasoned communications professional with expertise in corporate communications, strategic communications, editing, and media relations. He has worked with various organizations, including Thataway Communications, Mass Casualty Commission, Dalhousie University, and Emera, providing speechwriting, stakeholder communications, and editorial support. Couper holds a Master of Arts degree from Dalhousie University and has experience in storytelling, critical thinking, and organizational purpose. With a strong background in journalism and media relations, Couper has developed a unique ability to craft compelling stories and strategies that engage stakeholders and drive results. He is well-versed in web content management, SharePoint, and content strategy, making him a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its communications capabilities.

Experience

  • Thataway Communications
    • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
    • Owner & Principal
      • Mar 2020 - Present
      • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

      Thataway is a strategic communications consultancy, based in Atlantic Canada, ready to help you craft the purposeful stories you need to engage others. Being clear about the purpose of your organization or project matters more now than ever. People want to understand your why, and how it connects with them and the greater good. Our approach always starts with purpose, no matter how big or small the task, so we can craft an effective strategy, story and suite of tactics to win the heads and hearts of your stakeholders. Past clients include Emera Inc., Sobeys Inc., The Australian National University, Dalhousie University, University of New Brunswick. Projects include corporate strategy and culture campaigns, sustainability reports, crisis and stakeholder communications.Learn more at www.thatawaycomms.ca

  • Mass Casualty Commission
    • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
    • Senior Communications Advisor
      • May 2021 - Apr 2023
      • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

      Speechwriting and stakeholder communications leader; co-developed communications strategy and organizational narrative; editorial support for final report chapters and other Commission materials

  • Dalhousie University
    • Halifax, Canada
    • Master of Arts
      • Sep 2019 - Aug 2020
      • Halifax, Canada

      I enriched my experience in storytelling, critical thinking and organizational purpose by completing a Masters in English at Dalhousie University. During this time I also continued to work as an independent communications consultant.

  • Emera
    • Canada
    • Utilities
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Manager, Communications
      • Jun 2017 - Sep 2019

    • Senior Digital Communications Advisor
      • Feb 2013 - Jun 2017

      Digital communication; employee communication; corporate communication; leader communication; brand; story; communications strategy

    • Intranet Communications Advisor
      • Oct 2011 - Feb 2013

  • Australian National University
    • Australia
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Senior Content Author
      • Jul 2010 - Oct 2011

    • Writer ... Media Officer ... Media Officer (Senior Writer/Editor) ... Senior Media Officer
      • Jun 2005 - Jul 2010

  • Australian Broadcasting Corporation
    • Wagga Wagga, Australia
    • Radio Journalist
      • May 2004 - Jun 2005
      • Wagga Wagga, Australia

  • Riverina Media Group
    • Sub-editor ... Lead sub-editor
      • Jun 2003 - May 2004

Education

  • 2019 - 2020
    Dalhousie University
    Master of Arts - MA, English Language and Literature, General
  • 2002 - 2003
    Charles Sturt University
    Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Cultural Studies & Cultural Policy
  • 1999 - 2001
    Charles Sturt University
    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication - Journalism

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