Julie Pesch

Leader in strategic communications and planning, large-scale project management, media relations, crisis communications, digital messaging and content, and internal communications for 5000+ organization. Excellent understanding of market conditions and good critical thinking skills. Credited with decisive leadership and strong management with an emphasis on mentoring and developing staff.

• Certificate in Integrated Marketing, University of Chicago, 2015
• Board member, socialmedia.org health, 100+ national hospital member organization, 2018-2020
• Silver Telly Award, 2013, for hospital video, 'A Symbol of Hope'
• Silver Telly Award, 2011, for hospital video, 'When Seconds Count'
• Public Affairs Committee Chair, Metropolitan Council on Healthcare, a membership and service organization representing more than 140 hospitals in Chicago area, 2007-2009
• Executive Committee, Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, 2000-2006
• Led hospital-wide clothing and fundraising drive, for Katrina Hurricane victims in Louisiana, 09/01/05

• Board member, Olive Tree Arts Network, Chicago, IL, 01/01/22, present, Spearheading communication initiatives to enhance organizational awareness, and engage constituents and donors with its vision and mission
• President’s Advisory Council, Chicago Lighthouse, Chicago, IL, 01/01/21, present, Work closely with marketing team to develop and strategize media relations initiatives, enhancing the organization's visibility at local, state and national levels. Participate in Board’s Strategic Planning sessions