Heather E.

About Heather E.

TL;DR Rigor at speed. Clarity at scale. Connecting people with purpose.Enterprise Business Leader, Executive Advisor: I combine data-informed Ph.D-level rigor with 20 years of in-the-trenches enterprise speed to help senior leaders align stakeholders and connect executive vision to workforce action. My joy lives in the process of advancing mission outcomes and driving results by 1- translating complex, cross-channel strategy into clear, actionable communication, and 2- building trust and energizing audiences to inspire their purpose as part of the larger \"why.\"Innovative, Entrepreneurial Mindset: I am passionate about responsible use of AI and have a track record of modernizing communications, accelerating production, and leading first-ever initiatives through AI-enabled workflows. Giving Back: Service is a core value, so it is meaningful for me to extend my work as a graduate instructor, maintaining a direct connection to emerging technologies and next-generation talent while advancing enterprise application and best practices. Results: Scaled enterprise initiatives across multiple functions, accelerated content production through AI-enabled workflows, increased engagement, and message adoption across enterprise channels. Core Strengths Enterprise, executive, and internal communications strategy AI-integrated communications and workflow transformation Data-driven storytelling, measurement, and performance optimization Change management and organizational alignment People-centered leadership, strong collaboration and relationship-building skills Tools & Capabilities AI & Automation: Agentic and generative AI systems Analytics & Measurement: Google, social/media analytics platforms, A/B testing, performance dashboards Media & Insights: Audience segmentation, media measurement, campaign optimization tools Content & Production: Digital, multimedia, content production tools, AP Style Platforms: Enterprise communications and collaboration platforms Technical: Operating systems and web environments Full technical stack available upon request.

Experience

1. Internal Communications Strategist

   SAIC

   Jul 2023 — Present

   Working with a stellar communications team to effectively engage brand ambassadors through strategic, compelling content that inspires professional passion, productivity, and pride. Responsible for weekly communications to all SAIC employees and enterprise-wide campaigns.#SAICproud #25KBrandAmbassadors

Education

• Annapolis Area Christian School

  High School Diploma, Philosophy

  1991 — 1992

• Leadership Institute

  Broadcasting Graduate, Broadcast Journalism

  1999 — 1999

• Capitol Net University

  Advanced Media Training

  2004 — 2004

• Virginia Tech

  B.A., Communications, Music

  1992 — 1996

• Severna Park High School

  High School Diploma

  1989 — 1991

• Louisiana State University

  M.A., Mass Communication

  1996 — 1998

• University of Maryland

  Ph.D., Communications; Public Relations; Media & Terrorism

  2003 — 2011

Skills

• Public Policy
• Corporate Communications
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Public Speaking
• Government Relations
• Writing
• Public Affairs
• Video
• Speech Writing
• Management
• Social Media
• Strategic Planning
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Strategic Communications
• Marketing
• Copy Editing
• Newsletters
• Publishing
• Event Planning
• Copywriting
• Journalism
• Community Relations
• Editing
• Online Marketing
• Web Content
• Television
• Teaching
• Nonprofits
• Advertising
• Publicity
• Social Networking
• Press Releases
• Event Management
• Crisis Communications
• Leadership
• Fundraising
• Strategy