Josh Cox

About Josh Cox

I’m a senior communications and marketing leader who helps organizations navigate complexity, protect reputation and make progress when the work is visible and the stakes are real.Across my career, I’ve led integrated communications, marketing and brand strategies that support growth, alignment and credibility, often in large, highly regulated environments. I work closely with executive leaders and cross‑functional teams to clarify priorities, translate strategy into action and keep work moving without unnecessary noise or over‑engineering.My leadership style is practical and grounded. I value clear expectations, accountability and momentum. I build strong teams, invest in people and create environments where good thinking and good work can happen, especially when things are moving fast or changing quickly. Culture matters to me, not as a buzzword, but in how decisions get made and how teams show up for one another.My experience spans enterprise communications, brand and reputation management, public relations, internal communications and go‑to‑market strategy, with deep experience in healthcare and other complex systems.I’m especially effective in moments of change, growth or challenge when organizations need calm leadership, clear communication and steady judgment.

Experience

1. Director of Communications

   Covenant Health

   Aug 2024 — Present · Knoxville, TN, US

   Senior communications leader responsible for enterprise-wide internal and external communications, media relations, and reputation management for a multi-hospital health system-Lead strategic communications and media relations, overseeing a team of writers and content creators across internal, external, and digital channels-Set enterprise PR and crisis communications strategy; serve as senior counsel to leadership on sensitive, high-visibility issues-Own internal communications and executive content, including speechwriting, employee messaging, and system-wide announcements-Guide storytelling and content development across web, social, and employee platforms to strengthen brand trust and engagement-Collaborate across marketing, operations, and clinical leadership to ensure message alignment and stakeholder confidenceServe on the marketing leadership team and lead communications strategy for major initiatives, community engagement efforts, and special events.

Education

• Morehead State University

  Bachelor of Arts

  1994 — 1999

• Bushnell University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2013 — 2014

Skills

• Social Media Marketing
• Integrated Marketing
• Strategy
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Crm
• Social Media
• Press Releases
• Customer Service
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• Corporate Communications
• Brand Development
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Advertising
• Newsletters
• Nonprofits
• Marketing
• Brand Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Event Planning
• Leadership
• Event Management
• Email Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Direct Marketing
• Market Research
• Editing