Mary Ricks

Experience

1. Public Affairs Advisor

   Us Army

   Jul 2020 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Public Affairs advisor and spokesperson at Headquarters, Department of the Army. Plans, advises and coordinates all aspects of public affairs for the key leader including national and international media interviews, think tank engagements, outreach, and crisis communications. Develops and synchronizes comprehensive strategic communications and messaging plans. Prepares the leader for strategic level engagements that advances the Army’s overarching message and share the Army’s story with the American people. Coordinates with other members of the Army staff and the Office of the Chief of Public Affairs on all media queries, all operational public affairs functions, and all community relations. Provides daily media analysis and overview on all Army matters. Maintains release authority and direct oversight of the leader\'s website and social media content. Fosters effective communications and relationships with other staff directorates and major commands across the Army and Joint Force.

Education

• The United States Army War College

  Master of Arts - MA, Military Strategic Studies, General

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Bachelor of Science, Management

  1997 — 2000

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Arts (MA), Organizational Management

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Operational Planning
• Crisis Management
• Dod
• National Security
• Military
• Public Affairs
• Logistics
• Training
• Force Protection
• Social Media
• Intelligence
• Intelligence Analysis
• Military Operations
• Security Clearance
• Government
• Military Experience
• Army
• Strategic Communications
• Command