Jeff Forney
Communications and Community Relations Professional
- Role
- Public Engagement Officer at Port Of Long Beach
- Location
- Long Beach, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jeff Forney
Experienced professional with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Strong background in Business Development, Nonprofit Organizations, Marketing, Management, Sales, Hospitality Industry, Community Engagement, Government Relations and Event Management.
Experience
Public Engagement Officer
Jul 2025 — Present · Long Beach, CA, US
As the Public Engagement Officer for the Port of Long Beach, I lead strategic outreach efforts to connect the Port with the communities it serves. My role bridges public trust, environmental stewardship, and economic impact through meaningful storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and transparent communication. I work collaboratively across departments and with civic, nonprofit, and business partners to inform, educate, and inspire awareness about the Port’s role as a global trade gateway and sustainability leader.Key responsibilities:Develop and implement outreach campaigns that reflect the Port’s values of innovation, equity, and environmental responsibilityEngage with diverse communities to foster dialogue, trust, and mutual understandingRepresent the Port at public events, forums, and stakeholder meetingsCreate accessible, inclusive messaging that connects complex port operations to everyday impactSupport initiatives that highlight the Port’s commitment to clean energy, workforce development, and community partnerships
Skills
- Convention Services
- Hotels
- Strategic Planning
- Corporate Events
- Event Management
- Meeting Planning
- Food & Beverage
- Advertising
- Customer Service
- Nonprofits
- Sponsorship
- Leadership
- Event Planning
- Public Speaking
- Brand Development
- Banquets
- Social Media
- New Business Development
- Account Management
- Market Planning
- Marketing Management
- Sales
- Online Marketing
- Hotel Management
- Hospitality
- Contract Negotiation
- Marketing Communications
- Pre-Opening
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Budgets
- Media Relations
- Tourism
- Social Media Marketing
- Hospitality Industry
- Fundraising
- Marketing Strategy
- Trade Shows
- Press Releases
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