Aileen Pincus
Annapolis,Maryland
Summary
Seeking: Coaching position for senior leaders in public or private sectors.
Strengths: Strategic Communications Coaching Expertise specializing in senior executive communications with a background leading public and private sector communications and on air Television reporter for local and national news outlets. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
President and founding partner
The Pincus Group, Inc.
04.2002 - Current
- Company Overview: a strategic communications and training firm providing customized individual and group training virtually and in-person
- Leads strategy, messaging and training for corporate, non-profit, NGO and government clients, including: Toyota, Microsoft and Oracle, the FDIC senior and mid-level management staff, USCG International Leadership School, NASA, Goddard Space Flight Center, NSA, USDA, OCC, Dept of State and other federal agencies; pharmaceuticals (J and J and Pfizer), as well as non-profits, associations and NGO’s such as Management Sciences for Health, Save The Children, the Environmental Defense Fund and the World Bank
- Designed training and lead a team of coaches specializing in senior leadership communications coaching in the public, private and non profit sectors
- A strategic communications and training firm providing customized individual and group training virtually and in-person
Senior Executive Communications Trainer
Golin/Harris International Public Relations
11.1999 - 04.2002
- Responsible for leading training, and customizing sessions in media, presentation, speech and crisis training for individual, highly diverse client base in the private sector firm-wide, including clients from the automotive, pharmaceutical, legal, oil, high-tech, and timber industries
- Responsible for messaging, developing training materials and customized design elements to support each industry training
- Boosted operational efficiency through implementation of lean principles, resulting in reduced waste and improved production timelines.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by identifying bottlenecks in sales processes and implementing targeted solutions.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication channels for feedback from all levels within the organization.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, leading to significant cost savings while maintaining product quality and timely delivery.
Communications Director
U.S. Senator Kent Conrad
09.1997 - 11.1999
- Sr
- Staff responsible for communications strategy and implementation for all national and in state communications and appearances, as well as oversite for press releases, news conferences, speeches, messaging and all public appearances
- Supervised press secretary as well as in-state communications staff
- Duties included individual interaction and strategy sessions with the Senator and fellow senior staff
- Oversaw website copy and social media platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive messaging for product launches and announcements.
- Negotiated partnerships with external vendors and influencers to expand reach and amplify brand messages.
- Mentored junior staff members on effective communication techniques, driving professional growth within the team.
Television News Reporter
04.1990 - 09.1997
- For Washington news bureaus including sequentially: Tribune Broadcasting, WTTG-TV Channel 5, CNN Newsource and CNN Headline News, D.C
- General Assignment Television Reporter coverage including national politics, federal agencies, and Congress
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
The California State University, Northridge
Skills
- Strategic Communications
- Coaching Expertise
- Executive communications
- Press releases
- Internal communications
- External communications
- Messaging
Seeking
Coaching position for senior leaders in public or private sectors.
Awards
- Named in Who’s Who, 2000 edition
- Associated Press Broadcast Award
- Attorney General Blue Ribbon Committee on Cameras in the Courtroom
Timeline
President and founding partner
The Pincus Group, Inc.
04.2002 - Current
Senior Executive Communications Trainer
Golin/Harris International Public Relations
11.1999 - 04.2002
Communications Director
U.S. Senator Kent Conrad
09.1997 - 11.1999
Television News Reporter
04.1990 - 09.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
The California State University, Northridge