EILEEN SCOTT
1628 Thurlow Trail,TX
Summary
An award-winning communications specialist with a passion for storytelling and clear messaging that create awareness and inspire action. Specializing in writing and developing strategies that foster understanding and dialogue.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Life Coach
Lyra Health
01.2020 - Current
- Provide mental health coaching to Fortune 500 executives and employees around stress, anxiety and life management skills.
- Using cultural responsiveness, guide clients using principles and practices integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
- Achieved above average success rate with client outcomes.
- Built trust and rapport with clients from across industries and professional levels.
- Facilitated cohort learning discussions for professional development
Senior Writer
THE IVY LEAGUE CHRISTIAN OBSERVER
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Researched and wrote seven enterprise feature and in-depth news stories each week..
- Interviewed and established relationships with university staff, faculty, distinguished alumni, student support organizations and students.
- Was assigned high-profile stories requiring sensitivity.
- Covered local, national and international people, issues and events pertaining to higher education..
- Developed and maintained sources within higher education, business and non-profit realms.
- Collaborated on editorial themes and content.
- Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
Freelance Writer & Communications Consultant
Self-Employed
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Leveraged expert writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce feature articles for print publications.
- Wrote and published visually impactful newsletters, and marketing collateral for independent business professionals.
- Consulted with clients to understand project requirements and purpose.
- Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
- Managed media relations for clients, increasing coverage and visibility, while promoting objectives.
- Developed understanding of objectives, and client needs to create and implement communications strategies.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to develop coverage.
Chief Community Relations
MCCHORD AIR FORCE BASE
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Lead community relations program to increase mutual understanding and relationships between Air Force Base and civilian communities.
- Planned, coordinated and executed rolling calendar of events including meetings, tours, dinners, listening sessions and ceremonies.
- Developed and maintained relationships and partnerships with various internal and external stakeholders.
- Researched and wrote executive summaries, correspondence, articles and internal communications regarding community issues and programs.
- Crafted responses to congressional inquires and noise complaints.
- Designed and developed base speakers bureau and prepared military members for speaking events.
- Advised commanding general and base leadership on community issues and solutions.
- Managed logistics for military members participating in community events.
Public Affairs Specialist
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY
01.1987 - 01.1993
- Wrote speeches, press releases, congressional congressional correspondence and internal communications pieces..
- Served as senior writer for external and internal publications and collateral.
- Conducted interviews with all levels of civilian and military members and composed news and feature articles for internal newspaper.
- Served as liaison between local, national and international media outlets, responding to inquiries and providing subject matter experts
- Media visits, involving interviews with military and Academy leadership, and escorting media through restricted areas.
- Planned and executed continuous roll out of community and on-post events for up to 900 participants, managing logistics, general officer participation, preparing talking points and serving as liaison between community organizations and military installation..
- Managed and supported volunteer organization of cadet parents.
Education
Public Affairs Officer Course -
THE DEFENSE INFORMATION SCHOOL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN05.1989
Bachelor of Arts -
MOUNT SAINT MARY COLLEGE
NEWBURGH, NY05.1987
Skills
- Coaching
- Event Planning
- Writing and Editing
- Interviewing and Researching
- Presentations
Additional Information
- Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service | Civilian Performance Award | Commander’s Award for Civilian Service Air Mobility Command Public Affairs Intermediate-Level Civilian of the Year
Timeline
Professional Life Coach
Lyra Health
01.2020 - Current
Senior Writer
THE IVY LEAGUE CHRISTIAN OBSERVER
01.2007 - 01.2016
Freelance Writer & Communications Consultant
Self-Employed
01.1999 - 01.2007
Chief Community Relations
MCCHORD AIR FORCE BASE
01.1994 - 01.1996
Public Affairs Specialist
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY
01.1987 - 01.1993
Public Affairs Officer Course -
THE DEFENSE INFORMATION SCHOOL
Bachelor of Arts -
MOUNT SAINT MARY COLLEGE
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