Fluent in English and Spanish, I'm a multicultural professional with 17 years of experience, eager to embark on a new journey. I've delivered high-impact results fueled by a passion for enhancing the reputation and relevance of companies and brands through the power of communication, uniting people around a shared purpose.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Affairs & Communication Manager
Imperial Brands
Dominican Republic (Headquarters In England)
02.2021 - Current
Created communication strategies to keep stakeholders and employees on same page and working toward business goals.
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement and collaboration.
Led change initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity.
Improved corporate marketing to promote company values.
Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to extend network and maximize business opportunities.
Managed multiple social media platforms, boosting engagement rates with the creation of compelling content.
Communications & CSR Regional Manager
Gildan
Dominican Republic (Headquarters In Canada)
02.2017 - 02.2021
Implemented internal (more than 4,500 employees) and external communication strategies.
Facilitated stakeholder dialogues to address social and environmental issues and foster collaboration.
Created more than 25 new CSR initiatives which benefited around 50,000 people annually.
This served to craft attractive content for internal, digital and mass media channels, which improved company reputation.
Engaged employees at all levels in CSR efforts, fostering their sense of pride and ownership.
Delivered presentations at conferences and industry events highlighting best practices in CSR.
Public Relations & CSR Manager
Grupo Ramos
Dominican Republic
02.2014 - 02.2017
Planned and executed successful PR events, ensuring positive exposure for the organization.
Built strong relationships with key media, resulting in more press opportunities and coverage, increasing brand visibility.
I led social responsibility programs to contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Collaborated with marketing team to create cohesive messaging across all channels for maximum impact.
Public Relations Senior Coordinator
Orange
Dominican Republic (Headquarters In France)
03.2012 - 02.2014
Built strong relationships with stakeholders through effective communication, leading to increased trust and collaboration.
Wrote and edited articles, web content, press releases and publications for internal and external audiences.
Coordinated large-scale events, effectively managing logistics, budgets, and vendor relations to ensure success.
Sub-Editor
Listin Diario Newspaper
Dominican Republic
08.2009 - 10.2012
Maximized reader engagement through the selection of compelling images, layout design modifications, and headline improvements.
Contributed original story ideas during editorial meetings.
Enhanced publication quality by meticulously proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and style consistency.
Account Executive
Newlink Group
Dominican Republic (Headquarters In The USA)
10.2007 - 10.2009
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
Attended networking events to build relationships and identify sales opportunities.
Education
Certificate - Storytelling - Communication
INCAE Business School
Costa Rica
2022
Certificate - Corporate Communication
Cornell University
New York, NY
2020
Certificate - Crisis Communication
DePaul University
Chicago, IL
2019
Certificate - Driving Strategic Impact
Columbia
New York, NY
2019
Postgraduate Degree - Branding - Digital Marketing
Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
Barcelona
2018
MBA -
APEC
Dominican Republic
2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Universidad Catolica Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic
2006
Skills
Internal Communications
Engagement management
Corporate Branding
Media and Stakeholders Relations
Crisis Management
Public Speaking
Content Development
Marketing Communications
Social Media Coordination
Event Planning
Influencer relations
Timeline
Industrial Affairs & Communication Manager
Imperial Brands
02.2021 - Current
Communications & CSR Regional Manager
Gildan
02.2017 - 02.2021
Public Relations & CSR Manager
Grupo Ramos
02.2014 - 02.2017
Public Relations Senior Coordinator
Orange
03.2012 - 02.2014
Sub-Editor
Listin Diario Newspaper
08.2009 - 10.2012
Account Executive
Newlink Group
10.2007 - 10.2009
Certificate - Storytelling - Communication
INCAE Business School
Certificate - Corporate Communication
Cornell University
Certificate - Crisis Communication
DePaul University
Certificate - Driving Strategic Impact
Columbia
Postgraduate Degree - Branding - Digital Marketing
Public Affairs Specialist (Strategic Communication at Bonneville Power Administration, DOEPublic Affairs Specialist (Strategic Communication at Bonneville Power Administration, DOE
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