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Hi, I’m
Nichole Errington
Saint Augustine,FL
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Summary
Seasoned Marketing Executive with extensive experience in brand management and strategic messaging. Expertise in coordinating impactful marketing initiatives and community events that align with organizational goals. Committed to transitioning from strategic vision to effective implementation for business growth.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Compass Group USA ChartwellsJacksonville , FL
Communications Specialist
07.2014 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Drafted press releases to communicate newsworthy information and reinforce brand image.
- Drafted press releases to enhance brand image and communicate newsworthy information.
- Coordinated with creative team to create engaging marketing content for promotional campaigns, enhancing audience engagement.
- Researched industry trends to formulate effective marketing solutions and improve operations.
- Managed digital menus and calendars for 150 schools, ensuring updated information availability.
- Oversaw annual large-scale food showcase for vendors and students, collecting feedback to inform future menu development.
- Collaborated with local medical experts and dieticians to create menus for 150 schools.
- Represented company at monthly school board and city council meetings to advocate for initiatives.
Clara White MissionJacksonville , FL
Marketing Director and Community Liaison
06.2012 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Coordinated with executive team to create impactful marketing content and communication tools for promotional campaigns, enhancing brand visibility.
- Executed strategic campaigns to enhance brand recognition across various channels.
- Developed targeted marketing strategies to enhance engagement and support community outreach programs, aligning with organizational goals.
- Evaluated and optimized marketing strategies to improve goal attainment in fundraising.
- Devised and deployed online marketing plans with effective SEO, social media, print advertising, and video campaign strategies.
- Organized and executed large scale, creative, themed fundraising events through partnerships with local organizations/companies.
- Organized and hosted events for visiting government officials and politicians at local, state, and national levels, fostering community relationships.
- Write, develop and coordinate corporate branding video to launch new initiatives to shareholders, partners and media to raise funding.
- Supported CEO and executives by preparing talking points for media appearances.
Duval County Emergency ManagementJacksonville , FL
Public Information Officer Intern
05.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Cultivated relationships with communications and media professionals, enhancing collaboration for effective public messaging.
- Completed emergency management training certifications, focusing on public information officer skills.
- Identified need for emergency information app, collaborating with mayor's office and IT department to launch jaxready.com.
- Negotiated contract with billboard media company to deliver real-time messaging to the public.
- Developed educational materials on safety protocols and available resources, improving public awareness and access to information.
- Organized community outreach events, increasing public engagement with safety initiatives.
- Participated in large-scale emergency management events alongside Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and city government.
Various Companies Lansing , MI
Hospitality Professional
01.1991 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Managed banquets and coordinated events, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
- Provided high-volume bartending support at major sporting and concert events to enhance guest experience.
- Worked with multiple corporate restaurant groups, enhancing service standards and operational practices.
- Gained experience across multi-level dining environments, from casual to fine.
- Garnered strong restaurant industry background over 20 years in varying roles in several markets; Lansing, Chicago and Jacksonville, most extensively bartending and management.
Education
University of North FloridaJacksonville, FL
Bachelor of Arts from Public Relations
04-2011
East Lansing High SchoolEast Lansing, MI
High School Diploma
05-1993
Skills
- Public relations
- Corporate communications
- Strategic messaging
- Press release writing
- Content creation
- Digital marketing
Affiliations
- Vice President Fundraising- PTO Board Timberlin Creek Elementary 2024-present
- Board Member- Clarke School for Hearing and Speech 2025-present
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Compass Group USA Chartwells
07.2014 - 06.2015
Marketing Director and Community Liaison
Clara White Mission
06.2012 - 09.2013
Public Information Officer Intern
Duval County Emergency Management
05.2011 - 06.2012
Hospitality Professional
Various Companies
01.1991 - 06.2011
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Arts from Public Relations
East Lansing High School
High School Diploma
Software
- MS Office
- Social Media
References
Available Upon Request
Software
- MS Office
- Social Media