Adeleke Coker

About Adeleke Coker

Public Affairs Leader | Policy Advocate | Strategic Communicator I’m a strategic…

Experience

1. Vice President Public Affairs

   Citizens

   Apr 2019 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US

   At Citizens, I lead strategic public affairs and community investment initiatives that strengthen the bank’s reputation, advance business objectives, and drive measurable social impact across the Mid-Atlantic and NYC Metro regions. I oversee philanthropic investments, cultivate partnerships with 150+ nonprofits and civic stakeholders, and shape strategy at the intersection of communications, philanthropy, and policy while executing and increasing the visibility of the bank’s signature economic development initiatives.• Partner cross-functionally with sponsorships, branding, social, marketing, DEI, and communications teams to execute multi-channel engagement campaigns for high-impact community activations. This includes flagship partnerships with major sports and cultural institutions such as the New Jersey Devils, New York Giants, New York Road Runners (TCS NYC Marathon, Queens 10K), and The Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park, amplifying Citizens’ brand visibility and deepening community connections.• Collaborate with business line and executive leaders to develop thought leadership programs and strategically position market executives within key civic, nonprofit, and government circles.• Serve on committees overseeing major philanthropic grants, ensuring alignment with Citizens’ priorities and local community needs.• Translate nonprofit impact data and market intelligence into strategic briefs for board-level and policy decision-making.• Steward local charitable contributions and sponsorships in partnership with over 100 nonprofits, chambers of commerce, schools, and municipal agencies.• Design and implement long-range strategic plans that strengthen community partnerships, mobilize employee volunteerism, and support data-informed decision-making.

Education

• Igbinedion University, Okada

  Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communication

Skills

• Social Networking
• Development Communications
• Social Media Marketing
• Integrated Marketing
• Strategy
• Crm
• Business Development
• Digital Marketing
• Behavioral Change Communication
• Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Digital Media
• Copywriting
• Entrepreneurship
• Market Research
• Advertising
• Online Marketing
• Market Systems Development (M4p)
• Marketing Communications
• Online Advertising
• Project Management
• Public Relations