ANGELA BONNICI
Charlestown,MA
Summary
Communications executive specializing in PR, business development, and agency growth. 15+ years of experience leading integrated communications, winning and scaling accounts, and mentoring teams. Proven success converting RFPs into long-term clients, driving revenue, and aligning storytelling to business objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
AB PUBLIC RELATIONS
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and execute high-impact PR and communication strategies for startups and established brands, focusing on partnerships, funding, and visibility.
- Lead business development: identified, pitched, and converted high-value clients; crafted RFP responses and closed multi-year engagements.
- Build and executed integrated PR and marketing campaigns that increased brand visibility 200–300% for key clients.
- Direct crisis communications, funding & product launch strategies, and executive thought-leadership programs.
- Build agency operations, recruited cross-functional teams, and mentored junior staff on biz-dev best practices.
Senior Manager, Internal Communications
REEBOK
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented executive and internal communications strategy supporting brand partnerships and employee engagement for a global athletic brand.
- Served as a strategic communications partner to the CEO's office, leading internal communications strategy during a company transformation.
- Elevated executive messaging and cross-functional alignment across People & Culture and global teams.
- Led internal campaigns, town halls, and executive communications that increased clarity and employee engagement during key business changes.
- Partnered with HR and business leaders to align communications with growth and retention goals.
Chief Publicity Officer
SUPER CONNECTOR MEDIA
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Built and scaled a startup PR agency, managing client relations, media strategy, and internal communications while driving company growth. Recipient of PR Agency of the Year (Bulldog Awards) in recognition of standard of excellence for media and relations.
- Created and implemented new business strategies; grew agency revenue and client roster.
- Managed PR programs, media relations, and influencer activations; trained teams in pitching and client service.
Account Director, Corporate Communications
ICR
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Reported to C-suite executives and oversaw corporate communication and media relations for real estate and professional services clients.
- Secured high-profile media placements, elevating executive visibility and positioning clients as industry thought leaders, resulting in 250% increased brand equity.
- Provided strategic media training to C-suite executives, enhancing public speaking confidence and improving media engagement success rates by 400%.
Corporate Communications Manager
SAVILLS US
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Managed PR strategies, media placements, and executive visibility programs for a global real estate firm.
- Significantly increased media placements for C-suite executives, positioning them as industry leaders in top-tier publications.
- Conducted regular media training sessions.
PR Senior Account Executive
TRENT & COMPANY
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Acted as account lead and direct client contact for a variety of healthy lifestyle accounts.
- Consistently secured top tier media placements and maintain solid relationships with all press.
- Managed 12 account executives and oversaw internship program.
- Created and managed social media campaigns, including content writing and scheduling.
- Developed action plans for new and existing clients, including goals, strategies and tactics.
PR Consultant/ Event Manager
NEW YORK CITY DANCE ALLIANCE
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Produced educational events for dancers in 22 cities per season across the country.
- Led the planning and execution of national 10-day event at the Waldorf Astoria in NYC, with 1,000+ attendees.
- Managed Public Relations for the NYC Dance Alliance Foundation to raise scholarship money for aspiring young dancers.
PR Account Executive
MSL GROUP
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Secured media placements in national, local and trade press for healthcare and technology clients.
- Attended trade shows and conferences on behalf of clients to manage media attendees.
- Contributed to new business development initiatives.
PR Assistant Account Executive
BRODEUR PARTNERS
03.2007 - 05.2010
- Responsible for securing consistent top tier media coverage for multiple clients simultaneously.
- Drafted press materials for product launches and corporate initiatives.
- Composed comprehensive briefing documents for clients.
- Produced daily coverage reports/competitive analysis of industry/client news.
Education
Masters Degree - Public Relations and Advertising
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY
Boston, MA01.2008
Bachelors of Arts - Communications
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
Bronx, NY01.2005
Skills
- New Business Strategy
- Agency Growth
- PR & Media Relations
- Executive Communications
- Thought Leadership
- Integrated Campaigns
- Team Leadership
- Crisis Management
- Content Strategy
- LinkedIn & Social Amplification
Timeline
Senior Manager, Internal Communications
REEBOK
01.2023 - 01.2025
Founder
AB PUBLIC RELATIONS
01.2018 - Current
Chief Publicity Officer
SUPER CONNECTOR MEDIA
01.2018 - 01.2022
Account Director, Corporate Communications
ICR
01.2016 - 01.2018
Corporate Communications Manager
SAVILLS US
01.2013 - 01.2016
PR Senior Account Executive
TRENT & COMPANY
01.2012 - 01.2013
PR Consultant/ Event Manager
NEW YORK CITY DANCE ALLIANCE
01.2011 - 01.2012
PR Account Executive
MSL GROUP
01.2010 - 01.2011
PR Assistant Account Executive
BRODEUR PARTNERS
03.2007 - 05.2010
Masters Degree - Public Relations and Advertising
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY
Bachelors of Arts - Communications
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Built repeatable pipelines and RFP frameworks to convert prospects into retained clients.
- Established KPIs and performance tracking for new business activities and revenue goals.
- Mentored account teams on pitching, proposal design, and sales follow-through, fostering a growth-oriented culture.
- Represented agencies and client brands at industry events to generate leads and strategic partnerships.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Leadership Council, Coach, and Xtra Mile Program Runner/Fundraiser
- AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION, Boston Heart Walk Steering Committee Leader and Team Captain
- RON BURTON TRAINING VILLAGE, Volunteer Coordinator and Reebok Employee Liaison