Melissa Egan

Community Relations Officer @Tennessee Emergency Management Agency

Nashville, TN, US

Develops and executes communication strategies to enhance community awareness of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery programs across Tennessee- Manages relationships with local and state news media, local governments, non-profits, and community leaders to foster collaboration and ensure effective emergency management efforts- Coordinates public information campaigns through social media, press releases, media coverage and community events to educate residents on disaster preparedness and response procedures- Identifies new media relations efforts while supporting and organizing press conferences, virtual media briefings and interviews during active disaster situations- Prepares talking points and informative materials (data sheets, brochures, flyers, etc) for internal leadership and external partners, including community members- Serves as a liaison between TEMA and the public, addressing inquiries and providing timely updates during emergencies- Manages the agency\'s social media channels and content, welcoming 24.2K new followers on Facebook and Instagram since June 2024- Participates in disaster preparedness drills in a public information/communications capacity- Analyzes community feedback and outreach program data to continuously improve communication strategies and increase public engagement.

University of Florida

Bachelor of Science, Telecommunications