Gregory Heilshorn
Concord
Summary
More than 25 years of effective military public affairs and journalism experience. Versatile writer, editor and social media manager.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
New Hampshire National Guard
03.2002 - Current
- Served as senior public affairs advisor to four adjutants general.
- Developed and refined internal and external communication initiatives that have enhanced organizational awareness and public support of the NHNG.
- Built strong relationships with civilian media, governor's office, congressional delegation, and National Guard Bureau.
- Led crisis communication efforts, effectively managing public perception during numerous emergencies and high profile incidents.
- Authored press releases, op-eds, personal correspondences and obituaries for bereaved military families.
BILATERAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
U.S. Military Group
11.2000 - 11.2001
- Coordinated first year of NHNG State Partnership Program with Salvadoran Armed Forces.
- Managed joint military program with $540k budget used by the ambassador as primary engagement tool for civil-military relationships.
- Advanced ambassador's public affairs objectives, organizing media opportunities and strengthening relationship between embassy public affairs and Salvadoran media.
- Led small reconnaissance teams in the aftermath of two earthquakes in January and February 2001, facilitating aid to remote towns and villages.
NEWSPAPER REPORTER
Foster's Daily Democrat and Sunday Citizen
10.1997 - 10.2000
- Covered government, education, crime and military.
- Wrote multiple stories for morning deadline, one to three longer pieces for Sunday edition.
- Recognized by New England and New Hampshire Press Associations for excellence in investigative and feature reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Newspaper
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-1988
Skills
- Written communication
- Media relations
- Social media strategy
- Crisis management
- Strategic communication
- Messaging
- Government relations
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
New Hampshire National Guard
03.2002 - Current
BILATERAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
U.S. Military Group
11.2000 - 11.2001
NEWSPAPER REPORTER
Foster's Daily Democrat and Sunday Citizen
10.1997 - 10.2000
Bachelor of Science - Newspaper
Syracuse University