Proven Public Affairs Specialist with expertise in stakeholder engagement, health messaging, and community analysis. Successfully enhanced outreach strategies and developed impactful public relations plans.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Affairs Specialist
Florida Department of Health
Bradenton, Tallahassee, Key West, FL
05.2006 - 11.2025
Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials and community leaders, to foster collaborative initiatives.
Developed public relations plans to promote organizational programs and initiatives.
Developed informational materials in collaboration with stakeholders to effectively engage diverse audiences.
Analyzed community feedback to enhance health messaging and outreach strategies.
Conducted research on public health trends to guide policy recommendations.
Analyzed survey results to assess public opinion on organizational mission issues and inform strategic outreach.
Facilitated internal communication between departments and external partners.
Led volunteer campaigns aimed at increasing community engagement for specific advocacy initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Acting
The Catholic University of America
Washington DC
05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05-1986
Skills
Public relations
Stakeholder engagement
Health communication
Community outreach
Research methodologies
Research analysis
Community analysis
Accomplishments
2024 Sterling Managing for Excellence Certification, The Sterling Council
2021 Golden Achievement Award, National School Public Relations Association -- Mask Up Manatee! campaign
2021 Angel Award, American Advertising Federation -- Mask Up Manatee! campaign