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Creative problem-solver with a demonstrated history of simplifying complex business and engineering messages. Strong media and communication professional with a B.S. in Public Relations from Iowa State University, and M.A. in Strategic Communications from Michigan State University.
Work
experience
Strategic Communications Manager
John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group
2022 - present
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Strategic partner for VPs and Directors of ISG, leading the development of communication strategies for each VP and Director's orgs
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Leader in development and execution of the communication and content strategy for +7,000 employees globally
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Complexity killer - translating technical, complex messages into simple stories that are visually engaging, and easy for audiences to understand
Strategic Communications Specialist
John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group
2020 - 2022
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Dedicated to communicating complex, strategic topics to a variety of audiences, globally
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Led the development and execution of an integrated communications strategy connecting the newly expanded Intelligent Solutions Group.
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Crafted messaging to support senior executives through the global electronics crisis
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Strategic thought partner to VPs and Directors of John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group
Communications Specialist II
John Deere Electronic Solutions
2019 - 2020
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Led the development and execution of strategic communications for the global Electronic Solutions division
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Led change management messaging during organizational changes including the division name changing from Electronic Solutions to Intelligent Solutions group.
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Supported local and division leadership through organizational changes, senior executive and Board visits.
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Created graphics and advertisements for internal and external use.
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Managed all Fargo location-specific communication pieces including a weekly e-newsletter, flyers, digital signage, and intranet content.
Communications Specialist
Kelly Services at John Deere Des Moines Works
2018 - 2019
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Served as Editor-In-Chief of the Des Moines Works weekly internal e-newsletter.
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Managed and create content for digital signage.
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Created graphics and advertisements for internal and external use.
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Wrote content for the Des Moines Works intranet.
Communications Intern
Iowa State University Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
2017 - 2018
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Assisted the Communications Specialist for the department with all communications tasks.
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Wrote stories for digital and print publications, maintain social media accounts, create graphics and assist with website maintenance.
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Helped create the 2017 Impact Report for the department, a nationally distributed publication.
Director of Social Media
Cyclone Hockey - Iowa State University
2015 - 2018
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Created graphics using Photoshop and InDesign.
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Live tweeted games and other events.
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Instrumental role in rebranding and growth of platforms.
Education
Michigan State University
2020 - 2021
M.A. Strategic Communications
Iowa State University
2015 - 2018
B.S. Public Relations
Certificates
Michigan State University
2021
Organizational Communications for Leadership
Additional Training
2022
Women Unlimited, IMpower
Dale Carnegie
2020
Effective Communications & Human Relations
Skills
STRATEGIC PLANNING
EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONS
TIME MANAGEMENT
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
BRAND MANAGEMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
METRICS
TECHNICAL
AP STYLE
PRINT & WEB WRITING
GRAPHIC DESIGN
VIDEO EDITING
VIDEO PRODUCTION
WEB DESIGN
PROGRAMS
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE - INDESIGN, ILLUSTRATOR, PHOTOSHOP, RUSH, PREMIERE PRO, EXPRESS
OFFICE 365 - POWERPOINT, WORD, EXCEL, ONENOTE, SHAREPOINT, OUTLOOK, TEAMS, PLANNER, LISTS, FORMS, VIVA ENGAGE, SWAY
MURAL