Samantha Ynclan

Experience

1. Communications Specialist

   CKE Restaurants, Inc.

   Apr 2023 — Present · Franklin, TN, US

   Develop and implement strategic communications plans that align with business and brand objectives- Lead long-term communications projects across internal, corporate, PR, and marketing functions- Manage and enforce corporate communications standards and processes organization-wide- Assist in directing media and public relations initiatives including press releases, media pitches, and cross-team collaborations- Create and edit executive communications including memos, speeches, presentations, and event materials- Craft audience-specific content across various channels such as intranet, LinkedIn, and digital platforms- Assist in the organization and execution of major corporate events and meetings, including company-wide town halls and virtual system meetings- Provide editorial oversight and quality assurance for junior team members and external agency partners- Act as a liaison for the communications team in cross-functional meetings, sharing key updates and strategic insights-Apply strong project management and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education

• Blinn College

  N/A, Business Administration and Management, General

  2014 — 2015

• Professional & Executive Development - Harvard Division of Continuing Education

  Continuing Education, Marketing Management and Digital Strategy

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General

  2015

Skills

• Google Docs
• Microsoft Office
• Imovie
• Microsoft Access
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Excel
• Google Drive
• Microsoft Word
• Social Media
• Microsoft Powerpoint