Brittney F.
VP, Communications Project Health Communications Lead (Contractor) @Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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WORK HISTORY
VP, Communications Project Health Communications Lead (Contractor) @Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Atlanta, GA, US
Oversee hiring, training, supervising, mentoring, and coaching of 10 direct reports; provide regular performance feedback and identify professional development and training opportunities for growth. Develop compelling, authentic, and consistent brand messaging related to strategic communications strategies, goals, and performance. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on communications, media, and public relations models, theories, best practices, and emerging issues/crises. Manage all facets of media relations, including writing press materials, pitching media, answering media inquiries, monitoring media coverage, preparing staff for interviews, and staffing press conferences. Served as Project Director overseeing all strategic communications and project management support for government contracts, working closely to track deliverables, activities, and tasks, including reporting, budget development and management, financial transactions, execution of project plans, monthly progress reports, meeting minutes, incident response plans, and project performance, while also supporting project management needs for internal reporting, tracking, and tasking across a range of contractors. Lead the development of integrated dissemination strategies, including paid and earned media, thought leadership, marketing, and digital and social strategies. Guide research teams to develop effective research instruments for health communication campaigns, resulting in a 25% increase in audience understanding and engagement among multilingual and multicultural audiences. Spearhead and lead health communication campaigns that integrate innovative digital media tools with research-driven strategies to promote and increase positive health outcomes, health equity, and awareness in diverse global and domestic audiences living with or experiencing mental/emotional health crises, suicide prevention, and substance misuse/abuse, HIV/AIDS, STD, HPV, hepatitis, and TB.
EDUCATION
Georgia College & State University
Master of Arts, English
Fort Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts, English
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Spanish Language and Literature
ABOUT BRITTNEY F.
Dynamic communicator and strategic leader holding an active Public Trust (NACI) clearance, with over 15 years of experience in driving bottom-line results through strategic leadership and guidance of communications and public relations programs for prominent global brands, public sector agencies, and healthcare organizations. Demonstrated success in leading large teams, managing contracts valued at up to $160M, and aligning communication strategies with organizational objectives to enhance awareness and engagement.Areas of expertise encompass- Strategic communications, public relations, and investor relations- Brand positioning, messaging, and stakeholder engagement- Research, data analytics, and performance measurement- Team leadership, talent development, and contract managementPassionate about leveraging strategic communications, emerging media, and partnerships to articulate clear value propositions supporting business priorities. Creative problem-solver with exceptional writing skills and a collaborative attitude. Adept at synthesizing complex information to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and drive impact.Exhibit a proven ability to lead communications and PR strategies with world-class positioning to increase brand awareness, achieve measurable outcomes, and align messaging with objectives using research and analytics. Expertise in articulating strategies and messaging to support business priorities across all relevant audiences.Areas of Expertise: Strategic Communications | Health Communications | Corporate Communications | Public Affairs | Proposal Writing & Management | Business Development | Strategic Planning | Team Management | Leadership | Internal Communications | Market Research | Consumer Insights | Stakeholder Engagement | HR & Employee Experience | Product Communications | Media & Public Relations | Brand Strategy | Messaging & Storytelling | Content Strategy | Campaign Development | R&D & Science Communications | Health Equity | Multicultural MessagingHealth Topics & Therapeutic Areas:Infectious Diseases | Oncology | Mental Health | Respiratory | Endocrine | Neurology | Psychiatry Environmental Health
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