I am looking to utilize my strategic and tactical skills as a project manager, editor, writer, and special event coordinator within the PR/Marketing and Journalism fields.

COMPANY	POSITION HELD	DATES WORKED
ArvinMeritor	Communications Consultant	6/2007 - 10/2008
Self-employed	Communications Consultant/Freelance Writer	4/2001 - 6/2007
Ameritech	Senior Project Manager	1/1999 - 4/2001
The Stroh Brewery Company	Senior Writer	1/1987 - 12/1989
Dorf & Stanton Communications	Account Manager	1/1985 - 1/1987

SCHOOL	MAJOR	YEAR	DEGREE
University of Detroit	Communications Studies	1982	Bachelor Degree
Harrison High School	General Education	1976	High School/GED Degree

Highlights:

In terms of specific awards I have received the following: • IABC Silver Anvil Communications Research Award for 1999 Ameritech Survey • IABC Silver Anvil Special Events Award for Ameritech Employee Rally Series • Two Outstanding Leadership Awards from Ameritech Network Services – 2000 More importantly, I have been a strong team contributor at every corporation or non-profit I have worked for. I am acutely aware of the importance communications serves within large corporations and small businesses. As a strategic business partner, I obtain a solid understanding of business objectives and project goals prior to developing communication plans and branded messaging. Tactically, I leverage specific communication tools (including those below) to create true business value. Internal Communications Executive Speeches Communication Surveys Internal Publications Cascading Talk Points Press Relations Press Releases Media Events Product Introductions Trade Features Promotional Materials Brochures Branding Marketing Kits Annual Reports Special Events Leadership Meetings Web casts Interactive Learning Sessions Trade Shows

Companies I like:

Compuware, Borders, Gale Group, Federal Mogul, IBM, Hospitals in Detroit area, Higher education institutions in Detroit area

• Public Relations
• Marketing
• Writing
• Editing
• Special Events
• Project Management