Todd Burke
Vice President of Communications at Visit Greater Palm Springs- Claim this Profile
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Stephanie Martin
Todd is one of those rare communications executives who can seamlessly provide superior counsel to the C-suite, develop long-term plans that delivers consistently high results and develop a group of individuals into a highly-functioning team. His innovative approach and 360-degree understanding of the business made him a highly-sought out and extremely valuable business partner. He is a true asset and makes any senior leadership team better, stronger and more prepared to support the brand as well as protect the company's reputation.
Sandra Arnoult
Todd was of the best corporate communications professionals in the industry. I was a staff writer at a leading industry publication, Air Transport World. He was quick to return phone calls, provided accurate and timely information and was always even tempered and pleasant. I went on media trip to Brazil with Todd, who managed everything for us and provided whatever we needed. He was also able to be pleasant and very professional in trying situations with some inviduals in the group who were, shall we say, a "challenge." Through it all, he maintained a sense of professionalism and humor which I find to be invaluable. I was very sorry when he left JetBlue, but he was succeeded by a woman who had worked with him and upholds the high standards that he held when he was the VP. Any company that hired Todd would be very fortunate - as well as very happy with the selection.
Stephanie Martin
Todd is one of those rare communications executives who can seamlessly provide superior counsel to the C-suite, develop long-term plans that delivers consistently high results and develop a group of individuals into a highly-functioning team. His innovative approach and 360-degree understanding of the business made him a highly-sought out and extremely valuable business partner. He is a true asset and makes any senior leadership team better, stronger and more prepared to support the brand as well as protect the company's reputation.
Sandra Arnoult
Todd was of the best corporate communications professionals in the industry. I was a staff writer at a leading industry publication, Air Transport World. He was quick to return phone calls, provided accurate and timely information and was always even tempered and pleasant. I went on media trip to Brazil with Todd, who managed everything for us and provided whatever we needed. He was also able to be pleasant and very professional in trying situations with some inviduals in the group who were, shall we say, a "challenge." Through it all, he maintained a sense of professionalism and humor which I find to be invaluable. I was very sorry when he left JetBlue, but he was succeeded by a woman who had worked with him and upholds the high standards that he held when he was the VP. Any company that hired Todd would be very fortunate - as well as very happy with the selection.
Stephanie Martin
Todd is one of those rare communications executives who can seamlessly provide superior counsel to the C-suite, develop long-term plans that delivers consistently high results and develop a group of individuals into a highly-functioning team. His innovative approach and 360-degree understanding of the business made him a highly-sought out and extremely valuable business partner. He is a true asset and makes any senior leadership team better, stronger and more prepared to support the brand as well as protect the company's reputation.
Sandra Arnoult
Todd was of the best corporate communications professionals in the industry. I was a staff writer at a leading industry publication, Air Transport World. He was quick to return phone calls, provided accurate and timely information and was always even tempered and pleasant. I went on media trip to Brazil with Todd, who managed everything for us and provided whatever we needed. He was also able to be pleasant and very professional in trying situations with some inviduals in the group who were, shall we say, a "challenge." Through it all, he maintained a sense of professionalism and humor which I find to be invaluable. I was very sorry when he left JetBlue, but he was succeeded by a woman who had worked with him and upholds the high standards that he held when he was the VP. Any company that hired Todd would be very fortunate - as well as very happy with the selection.
Stephanie Martin
Todd is one of those rare communications executives who can seamlessly provide superior counsel to the C-suite, develop long-term plans that delivers consistently high results and develop a group of individuals into a highly-functioning team. His innovative approach and 360-degree understanding of the business made him a highly-sought out and extremely valuable business partner. He is a true asset and makes any senior leadership team better, stronger and more prepared to support the brand as well as protect the company's reputation.
Sandra Arnoult
Todd was of the best corporate communications professionals in the industry. I was a staff writer at a leading industry publication, Air Transport World. He was quick to return phone calls, provided accurate and timely information and was always even tempered and pleasant. I went on media trip to Brazil with Todd, who managed everything for us and provided whatever we needed. He was also able to be pleasant and very professional in trying situations with some inviduals in the group who were, shall we say, a "challenge." Through it all, he maintained a sense of professionalism and humor which I find to be invaluable. I was very sorry when he left JetBlue, but he was succeeded by a woman who had worked with him and upholds the high standards that he held when he was the VP. Any company that hired Todd would be very fortunate - as well as very happy with the selection.
Experience
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Visit Greater Palm Springs
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Communications
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Tenet Healthcare
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Communications and Public Relations - California
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May 2018 - Mar 2022
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Airlines for America
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Vice President Communications
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Mar 2017 - May 2018
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Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
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United States
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Restaurants
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President Corporate Communications
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Jun 2014 - Sep 2015
Develop and execute global brand story messaging and media campaign strategy to ensure all external and internal messages and PR initiatives are aligned with overall business objectives. Serve as primary contact for media and external agencies. Plan and execute annual corporate meetings, including the International Franchise Conference, all team kick-off meeting, Town Halls, and operations/business meetings. Develop and execute government affairs strategies. Build relationships with federal, state and local authorities, regulatory agency heads and key policymakers to advocate the company’s positions. Manage external Public Relations and Public Affairs agency relationships. Show less
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company
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United States
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of External Communications
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Jun 2012 - Mar 2013
Led a team of 54 professionals supporting the Utility’s key lines of business: Gas Operations, Electric Operations, Nuclear Operations and Power Generation. Managed $7.2 million annual budget to support the company’s Customer Communications, Media Relations, Social Media and Online Communication strategies. Led a team of 54 professionals supporting the Utility’s key lines of business: Gas Operations, Electric Operations, Nuclear Operations and Power Generation. Managed $7.2 million annual budget to support the company’s Customer Communications, Media Relations, Social Media and Online Communication strategies.
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JetBlue
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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700 & Above Employee
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VP Corporate Communications
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Oct 2003 - Sep 2010
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American Airlines
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager Corporate Communications-News Desk
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Sep 2001 - Oct 2003
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Trans World Airlines
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Airlines and Aviation
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director-Corp Communications
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1985 - 2001
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