Logan C. Simmons
Nashville,TN
Summary
Collaborative communications leader with 15 years of experience and proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies to drive business results. Excels in fast-paced environments and cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared goals. Proficient in managing competing projects, priorities, and deadlines with poise and professionalism. Seeking a new opportunity to apply my skills and grow with a global, mission-focused company.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Vice President, Communications
Lifepoint Health
Brentwood, TN
05.2022 - Current
- Responsible for leading corporate/internal communications for a $10B healthcare company with 55,000 employees nationwide
- Focus on developing and executing strategic communications plans to drive business results
- Provide trusted communications counsel to key internal stakeholders, including the C-suite and senior leadership
- Responsible for company and leadership positioning, proactive media relations, and brand and reputation management
- Serve as communications team lead for management and production of large-scale company events, town hall meetings, etc.
- Lead and manage production of key company reports, including the annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report
- Oversee the internal communications team and related functions
- Support company cultural initiatives; community impact efforts; diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; and employee experience and engagement
Senior Director, Communications
Lifepoint Health
Brentwood, TN
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Continued to serve as the dedicated communications lead for the company's COVID-19 taskforce and pandemic emergency response team
- Developed and executed effective internal communications strategies
- Oversight of internal communications team
- Provided strategic communications guidance to company executives and senior leadership
- Responsible for overall planning and execution of key company meetings and events
- Built relationships with departments and subject matter experts within the company to support communications initiatives and strategic storytelling
Director, Communications
Lifepoint Health
Brentwood, TN
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Served as the communications lead for the company's COVID-19 taskforce and pandemic emergency response team
- Developed, reviewed and edited communications content and materials, including talking points, executive speeches and presentations, social media copy, internal communications and more in support of company and facility needs.
- Assisted with planning and execution of key company meetings and events
- Provided project management and communications expertise for various initiatives and issues
- Developed social media strategy and managed company social platforms
Senior Manager, Communications
Lifepoint Health
Brentwood, TN
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Responsible for supporting the Communications department with primary responsibilities including writing, editing, project management and strategic communications support
- Duties included producing and managing engaging content for a variety of communications platforms, written communications and other deliverables, spanning a wide range of audiences.
- Responsibilities also included executive leadership support; ownership and management of multiple newsletter development processes; company meetings and events; general project management; and more.
Content Manager, Marketing
Harbin Clinic
Rome
07.2014 - 04.2015
- Responsible for developing engaging content across multiple channels to communicate with Harbin Clinic's internal and external audiences
- Manage public relations and media relations initiatives
- Create and manage website and intranet content
- Oversee social media content and strategy
- Develop press releases, generate blog articles, and write for regional publications on behalf of the Clinic
- Involved with internal communications efforts
- Copy/content editor
Account Supervisor
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
Nashville
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Responsible for the overall conception, strategic direction and execution of dynamic communications plans for clients
- Deeply involved with PR and media relations initiatives of organizations from a variety of industries, including healthcare, legal, non-profit, wellness, real estate, banking and consumer products
- Specialize in landing significant local, regional, and national media placements that reach important audiences for clients
- Develop and lead communications programs for clients with local, regional, national and international reach
- At a glance: SVP Worldwide, producer of the iconic SINGER, HUSQVARNA VIKING and PFAFF sewing machine brands; UL Workplace Health and Safety, part of the century-long legacy of Underwriters Laboratories (UL), one of the most trusted names in safety; Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm with one of the largest healthcare practice groups in the country; also, Nashville's oldest and largest law firm; Centerstone, one of the nation's leading providers of community-based mental health and addiction services
- Strong emphasis on media relations (both traditional and social media) and exceptional writing skills
- Support the professional development of SPR's account executives and account coordinators as a team leader
Account Executive
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
Nashville
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Serve as account lead on numerous client teams
- Strong emphasis on media relations and writing
- Regularly secure significant print and broadcast coverage for clients
- Responsible for determining strategy and leading public relations projects and campaigns
- Provide research, copywriting, and general account support for client teams.
Account Coordinator
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
Nashville
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Provide research, copywriting and general account support
- Responsible for conducting local, regional, and national media outreach
- Secure print and broadcast coverage for clients
- Build and maintain relationships with media personnel
- Experience with CisionPoint media software
- Significant writing experience, including press releases, bylined articles and award nominations.
Account Manager
Insight Global, Inc.
Nashville
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Positioned Insight Global as a premier provider of IT employment solutions to Fortune 500 and 1000 customers
- Responsible for creating business partnerships
- Built and maintained relationships with clientele
- Expanded client base through networking with new managers in local territory.
Technical Recruiter
Insight Global, Inc.
Nashville
01.2010 - 04.2010
- Conducted phone and personal interviews to qualify IT consultants for open positions within client companies
- Responsible for sourcing and screening candidates, checking managerial references, completing paperwork and billing, setting up client meetings, and interacting with clients.
Intern
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Knoxville
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Designed and wrote for hospital newsletter
- Conducted hospital tours
- Coordinated Healthy Kids Program
- Assisted with promotional events and fundraisers
- Wrote for quarterly hospital publications.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Communication - Public Relations
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
12-2009
Skills
- Corporate and Internal Communications
- Public Relations
- Executive Communications and Leadership Positioning
- Reputation and Brand Management
- Crisis and Issues Management
- Media Relations
- Speech Writing
- Brand Messaging
- Event Planning and Production
- Social Media Strategy
- Team Building and Talent Management
- Strengthening Culture and Employee Engagement
- Exceptional Written and Verbal Communications Skills
- Excellent Editing/Proofreading Skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Vice President, Communications
Lifepoint Health
05.2022 - Current
Senior Director, Communications
Lifepoint Health
12.2020 - 05.2022
Director, Communications
Lifepoint Health
09.2017 - 12.2020
Senior Manager, Communications
Lifepoint Health
04.2015 - 09.2017
Content Manager, Marketing
Harbin Clinic
07.2014 - 04.2015
Account Supervisor
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
01.2014 - 06.2014
Account Executive
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
01.2013 - 01.2014
Account Coordinator
Seigenthaler Public Relations (SPR)
10.2010 - 12.2012
Account Manager
Insight Global, Inc.
04.2010 - 08.2010
Technical Recruiter
Insight Global, Inc.
01.2010 - 04.2010
Intern
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
06.2008 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science in Communication - Public Relations
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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