Joe Quinn
15 W Wimbledon Way, Rogers,Arkansas
Summary
Strategic public affairs leader driving initiatives that enhance company reputation. Expertise in stakeholder engagement and crisis communication, co-winner of the Sam M. Walton Entrepreneur Award for a groundbreaking healthcare program. Led project leadership and event coordination to foster community engagement and build strategic partnerships.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Consultant
Quinn & Associates Consulting LLC
02.2018 - Current
- Developed, managed and delivered a range of consultancy services to clients.
- Led workshops with clients to identify their needs and develop appropriate solutions.
- Created strategies for the successful implementation of projects within budget constraints.
- Provided support throughout the entire life cycle of a project from inception through completion.
- Assisted senior management in developing long-term plans and strategies for success.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
Senior Director, Public Affairs and Government Relations
WALMART, INC.
Bentonville, AR
07.2006 - 02.2018
- Public affairs leader involved in daily effort to maximize strategic initiatives by telling company story to key national organizations, associates, opinion leaders, elected officials, and influential parties.
- Led major projects that enhanced company reputation and aligned public affairs strategies with business objectives.
- Integrated multiple teams to enhance digital and media impact of major company initiatives.
- Managed 57 events in 50 states in one year to remind digital, stakeholder, and media audiences that Walmart's business with suppliers means billions to local economies.
- Co-winner of 2007 Sam M. Walton Entrepreneur Award for 38 state roll out of $4 generic prescription drug program, which changed the face of health care delivery and saved Americans over $350,000,000 in healthcare costs.
- Contributed to a team that worked on a project to hire more than 200,000 veterans. Organized a unique Bentonville event featuring Medal of Honor recipients.
- Led large cross-functional team that executed major healthy food events including several that included the First Lady of the United States.
Director of Policy
ARKANSAS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
Little Rock, AR
12.2002 - 06.2006
- Contributed to the senior management team for Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee.
- Developed and integrated policy frameworks with communications and political strategies to enhance alignment with governmental objectives.
Director of Communications
MIKE HUCKABEE POLITICAL CAMPAIGN
Little Rock, AR
06.2002 - 12.2002
- Communications director for successful 2002 reelection campaign of Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee.
- Managed daily interactions with media outlets, ensuring consistent and impactful communication that shaped public perception.
Director of Communications
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS)
Little Rock, United States
10.1995 - 06.2002
- Handled crisis management for high-profile issues, effectively addressing statewide media and political attention to mitigate impact.
- Liaised with senior governor’s office staff on critical media and policy issues, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic communications.
Co-anchor and Reporter
KTHV TV
Little Rock, Arkansas
09.1980 - 10.1995
- Co-anchored weekday 5:00 and 10:00 newscasts at KTHV, CBS TV affiliate in Little Rock.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Marietta College
Marietta, OhioSkills
- Project leadership
- Strategic planning
- Policy writing
- Policy analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public relations
- Crisis management
- Change management
- Community outreach
Timeline
Principal Consultant
Quinn & Associates Consulting LLC
02.2018 - Current
Senior Director, Public Affairs and Government Relations
WALMART, INC.
07.2006 - 02.2018
Director of Policy
ARKANSAS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
12.2002 - 06.2006
Director of Communications
MIKE HUCKABEE POLITICAL CAMPAIGN
06.2002 - 12.2002
Director of Communications
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS)
10.1995 - 06.2002
Co-anchor and Reporter
KTHV TV
09.1980 - 10.1995
Bachelor of Arts -
Marietta College