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Lisa Blyler

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Marketing and communications leader with over 20 years of experience in managing creative campaigns and supervising design teams. Proven ability to direct agency and vendor partnerships while ensuring projects meet deadlines and budget constraints. Expertise in balancing creative vision with brand standards to deliver impactful results.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Division Manager, Information, Outreach & Support

Flood Control District of Maricopa County
Phoenix, AZ
01.2019 - Current
  • Lead in-house design and content teams, managing creative development across digital, print, broadcast, and social media.
  • Oversee agency and vendor partnerships to deliver high-quality campaigns on time and within budget.
  • Manage design queue and supervise designers, ensuring adherence to brand standards and strategic goals.
  • Directed the award-winning Monsoon Awareness Campaign, reaching countywide audiences through multi-channel consumer programming.
  • Serve as organizational spokesperson and oversee media relations, content creation, and video production.

Deputy Associate Superintendent, IT Division

Arizona Department of Education
Phoenix, AZ
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Managed multimillion-dollar communication and technology projects, supervising 30+ staff.
  • Partnered with policymakers, vendors, and stakeholders to advance statewide initiatives.
  • Oversaw creative communications, presentations, and public reports for executive leadership.

Director of Communications & Strategy

Arizona Department of Education
Phoenix, AZ
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Directed internal and external communications and guided staff on messaging and creative output.
  • Produced outreach campaigns and stakeholder engagement programs.

Leadership & Government Relations Roles

City of Scottsdale / City of Mesa
AZ
01.2001 - 01.2011
  • Partnered directly with mayors, councilmembers, and C-level executives to manage sensitive issues and deliver high-impact initiatives.
  • Directed public awareness campaigns including the Scottsdale Census initiative, engaging 200k+ residents through events, media, and community programming.
  • Managed $6.5M budget and oversaw executive briefings, policy communications, and outreach campaigns.
  • Negotiated solutions between residents, elected officials, and senior staff, building trust and ensuring transparent communication.
  • Prepared materials, messaging, and reports for council meetings, community forums, and high-level public appearances.

Education

Master of Public Administration -

Arizona State University

BS - Political Science

Arizona State University

Certified Public Manager (CPM) -

FEMA Advanced Public Information Officer -

Skills

  • Project & Campaign Management
  • Creative Direction & Brand Standards
  • Agency & Vendor Partnerships
  • Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strategic Communications
  • Media Relations & Public Engagement
  • Content Creation (Digital, Print, Video)

Timeline

Division Manager, Information, Outreach & Support

Flood Control District of Maricopa County
01.2019 - Current

Deputy Associate Superintendent, IT Division

Arizona Department of Education
01.2016 - 01.2019

Director of Communications & Strategy

Arizona Department of Education
01.2013 - 01.2016

Leadership & Government Relations Roles

City of Scottsdale / City of Mesa
01.2001 - 01.2011

Master of Public Administration -

Arizona State University

BS - Political Science

Arizona State University

Certified Public Manager (CPM) -

FEMA Advanced Public Information Officer -

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