Mandisa Shields

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ABOUT MANDISA SHIELDS

As Vice President of Public Relations at Moelis & Company, I support proactive media outreach, crisis communications, and executive visibility initiatives to strengthen the Firm\'s reputation and amplify its leadership across global markets. My work spans competitive intelligence, trend analysis, and storytelling, ensuring the Firm remains attuned to market dynamics and positioned as a trusted voice in financial and business media. I collaborate cross-functionally with senior leaders across key business verticals to craft narratives that align with strategic objectives and highlight Moelis’s expertise.A common thread throughout my career has been partnering with brands that are both highly visible and highly scrutinized; organizations that set the tone for their industries and demand the highest levels of discretion, diligence, and creativity. Whether representing heritage luxury houses or influential financial institutions, I bring a balance of strategic rigor and imaginative storytelling to every engagement.Previously, at Cartier, I led corporate, executive, and crisis communications strategies that strengthened brand reputation and elevated key leaders through top-tier coverage in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, The CUT, and Forbes. Earlier, I held roles at Edelman, BlackRock, and E*TRADE, where I built thought-leadership platforms and led media relations resulting in placements across The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, CNBC, and Insider.With eight years of experience across luxury, finance, and fintech, I specialize in thought leadership, stakeholder engagement, strategic messaging, crisis management, and digital brand growth. A graduate of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, I’m passionate about using communications to shape narratives, elevate executive voices, and drive enduring impact.