Channing Childress

About Channing Childress

I believe in the power of storytelling to drive impact, connect communities, and inspire change. With over 12 years of experience in Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing, and Project Management, I’ve had the privilege of doing just that across both corporate and government sectors. Whether I’m crafting brand narratives, managing large-scale communications campaigns, or aligning business goals with community initiatives, my passion is creating strategies that resonate and bring people together.From leading public relations to supporting change management initiatives, I thrive on transforming complex messages into stories that matter. Engaging stakeholders, enhancing internal communications, and helping businesses and communities thrive through meaningful connections are at the heart of my work.Expertise: Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Internal Communications, Brand Management, Project Management,Marketing, Content Creation, Event Management, Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships, Community Relations, Information Technology, Crisis Management, Change ManagementCertifications: Project Management ProfessionalSoftware/Programs: ChatGPT, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Facebook, Instagram,X, TikTok, YouTube, WIX, Tableau, Google Analytics, Adobe Creative Suite, HootSuite, Excel, WIX, Salesforce, Tableau

Experience

1. Communications Manager

   Leidos

   Mar 2021 — Present

   Led communications as the primary liaison with clients, aligning public relations and messaging strategies with business objectives for impactful organizational reach. Directed communication efforts for operations, software, and IT product launches by transforming complex technical information into compelling narratives for stakeholders. Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration on large-scale projects, overseeing timelines and resource coordination for effective project delivery. Developed and executed communication strategies across social media, press releases, executive engagements, and employee campaigns to enhance engagement and brand consistency. Partnered with C-suite executives on strategic communications for internal messaging, public speaking, and change management initiatives, fostering a positive culture and continuous improvement.

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Bachelors, Public Relations

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Spanish for Business Professionals Certificate , Spanish

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

• National Association of Sports Medicine

  Certified Personal Trainer