Max Benavidez
Chief Communications Consultant @The Lundquist Institute
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Communications Consultant @The Lundquist Institute
Los Angeles County, CA, US
As the Chief Communications Consultant at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, spearheads the comprehensive development and implementation of the research organization’s marketing, communications, and media outreach strategies. Oversee critical areas including strategic communications, media relations, social media planning, editorial development of content, and production of Reach magazine. Took charge of content production for the Institute’s website, executed major advertising campaigns, developed multi-million-dollar earned media campaign, and produce engaging content such as video products, newsletters, blog posts, news releases, and collateral materials. Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the daily operations of the marketing and communications functions on a broad basis. Strategically promote and safeguard the Institute’s public image and reputation, while advancing its position among key stakeholders, including news media, influencers, news curators, government funding agencies, major biotech companies, and scientific peer organizations. Additionally, focus efforts on cultivating broader public awareness for the Institute and its MD/PhD researchers, ensuring the Institute’s mission and impact reach a wider audience.
EDUCATION
UCLA
B.A.
Claremont Graduate University
PhD
Fulbright U.S. Scholar 2016-2017 - France
Post-Doctoral
ABOUT MAX BENAVIDEZ
Led communications and marketing initiatives at prestigious institutions including UCLA, Caltech, and Claremont McKenna College, demonstrating expertise in conveying messages to a wide range of audiences. Holds a doctorate in New Media and Higher Education, with a strong focus on leveraging digital platforms for strategic communications. Distinguished as a 20••••17 Fulbright Scholar, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of multimedia branding. As a professor at the USC Annenberg School, taught courses in digital media, strategic communications, and research analytics. Authored the acclaimed book, “The Best Guide to Marketing Higher Education,” (2020), which offers comprehensive insights into crisis communications, the transformative power of database utilization, team building, and the art of crafting impactful multi-platform marketing campaigns. Now working to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the daily operations of marketing and communications functions.
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