Shadille E.

About Shadille E.

Comms expert who loves all things storytelling, creative strategy, and making sure the right messages reach the right people. I focus on finding the heart of a story, spotlighting impact, and building bridges between teams, partners, and audiences.With over a decade of experience in mental health advocacy and strategic communications, I’ve helped lead partnerships with local, federal, and international orgs to connect young people with relevant, research-informed mental health support. Whether I’m curating a conversation, shaping a campaign, or writing a press release, I lead with empathy and a deep understanding of cultural context to design communications that truly resonate. I know what it’s like to grow up without access to the mental health support you need and care deeply about increasing conversations about our mental wellness. That’s what drives me to make sure every story we tell (and every strategy I build!) is inclusive, reflective, and rooted in kindness.

Experience

1. Senior Communications Manager

   Born This Way Foundation

   Jun 2023 — Present

Education

• University of Florida

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2013 — 2015

• Miami Dade College

  Associate of Arts (AA)

  2011 — 2013

Skills

• Public Speaking
• English
• Event Planning
• Administration
• Fundraising
• Nonprofits
• Community Outreach
• Editing
• Data Entry
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Social Networking
• Blogging
• Spanish
• Public Relations
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media