Brandy Stacks
Washington,DC
Summary
Strategic internal communications leader with 20 years of experience in advising executives and crafting communication strategies that enhance employee engagement and organizational alignment. Expertise in leading communications for diverse workforces in dynamic environments, including global town halls and change communications. Skilled in translating complex business priorities into clear, impactful messaging.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Internal Communications
Anduril Industries Inc
04.2024 - Current
- Led internal communications for 7,000+ employee organization, managing team of 2 and partnering with senior executives to enhance clarity, alignment, and engagement across business.
- Shaped and executed company-wide communications strategies for global town halls, executive Q&As, change initiatives, and employee education programs to foster engagement and transparency.
- Counsel leaders on messaging during periods of growth and organizational change, translating complex priorities into clear, actionable communications for employees.
- Established scalable internal communications rhythms and forums to improve executive visibility and enhance employee understanding of business priorities.
Director of Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
Juul Labs
07.2019 - 03.2024
- Led internal communications and employee engagement strategy for a 900+ employee organization, serving as a trusted advisor to executives on leadership messaging and organizational communications.
- Developed executive communications and engagement strategies, navigating a dynamic, high-visibility business environment to support leadership objectives.
- Executed global town halls, team meetings, employee engagement programs, and strategic internal campaigns, enhancing alignment and connection across a diverse workforce.
- Led company PAC and executive giving efforts, raising over $800,000 through targeted employee communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Director of Political Advocacy
CVS Health
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Led employee communications and engagement strategies for 75,000+ employees to support strategic advocacy initiatives during major organizational integration.
- Drove employee outreach and engagement campaigns, generating over $1M in participation/PAC revenue and unifying CVS and Aetna programs.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline processes across health services.
- Developed training programs for staff to improve service delivery standards.
Director of Government Affairs
Prudential Financial
03.2013 - 09.2018
- Delivered campaigns generating over $1.4M through targeted communications and stakeholder engagement.
- Planned and executed executive events and communications with CEO and C-suite, enhancing leadership visibility and fostering employee engagement.
- Developed strategic employee communications and engagement plans for 8,000+ employees, aligning leadership messaging with advocacy and business priorities.
Education
Master of Arts - American Government
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore01-2004
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Coastal Carolina University
Conway01-2001
Skills
Executive communications; Internal communications strategy; Employee engagement; Change communications; Leadership messaging; Crisis & issues communications; Organizational messaging; Strategic planning; Cross-functional stakeholder management; Town halls and employee events
Timeline
Director, Internal Communications
Anduril Industries Inc
04.2024 - Current
Director of Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
Juul Labs
07.2019 - 03.2024
Director of Political Advocacy
CVS Health
09.2018 - 07.2019
Director of Government Affairs
Prudential Financial
03.2013 - 09.2018
Master of Arts - American Government
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Coastal Carolina University