Project Manager Management

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TESSA ANDERSON

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COMMUNICATIONS & CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY STRATEGIST Reputation Management Communications Partner & Program Development Corporate Giving High-level communications and corporate philanthropy strategist with extensive experience leading external and internal communications initiatives, reputation management, and partnerships with international non-profit organizations for a global Fortune 500 engineering and project management firm. Media-savvy with a talent for cultivating positive relationships with key media outlets to secure brand visibility and program exposure. Strong project manager with attention to detail, budget, schedule, and quality. Proven ability to navigate politically-complex programs and high-profile events to coordinate the logistics and priorities of government and corporate leaders, executing flawless events and programs. Recognized collaborator, innovative problem-solver, and creative thinker who leads via influence and serves as the integrator for various internal departments. Exceptional talent for planning and implementing philanthropic events, programs, and partnerships firmly aligned with company missions, values, and brand image.

Media/Public Relations

Communications and Marketing

Branding/Re-branding Strategy

Event Planning & Logistics

Program/Project Management

Strategic Planning

Partnership Development

Industry Networking

Grant-Making Programs

Corporate Giving

Foundation Leadership

Employee Volunteer Programs

PROFESS IONAL EXPER I ENCE

CH2M, Englewood, CO 2005 – Present

CH2M Foundation Program Officer, 2013 – Present

Promoted to relaunch and oversee strategic grant programs in collaboration with 20 global partners, including the development and implementation of communication and partnership development strategies to deepen the company’s commitment to sustainable communities and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. Focus

$1 million program scope to increase success by strategically aligning initiatives with employee interests and expertise; eliminated an unsuccessful program and recently launched a local volunteer initiative. Drive the cultivation of funding partners by developing and implementing a new communication protocol. Key Achievements:

Managed the re-launch of the CH2M Foundation:

Served as project manager and content creator for new website and new online application tool.

Developed and implemented comprehensive internal and external communications strategy to promote new open-grant cycle resulting in nearly 170 grant applications to help globalize CH2M’s giving footprint.

Vetted and managed grant application process for more than 200 unique charities, resulting in the funding and stewardship of dozens of global charitable partnerships advancing the goals of both organizations.

Bridges to Prosperity (B2P) Program Development & Leadership:

Founded the multi award-winning Bridges to Prosperity (B2P) partnership to leverage CH2M’s unique technical skillset in support of B2P’s mission to build footbridges in underprivileged communities.

Crafted a strategic internal and external communication campaign to secure employee buy-in and increase awareness of B2P and its mission, resulting in five projects completed by 52 volunteers in two years.

Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Partnership:

Developed a strong partnership with Engineers Without Borders by launching the $550k EWB employee travel grant program, awarding 150 grants to support employee participation in projects in 25 countries.

Appointed to EWB’s Corporate Leadership Council as a result of innovative program development and commitment to engaging employees in global initiatives.

Piloted EWB’s first corporate project team, with successful team recruitment and delivery resulting in the expansion of this program to new partners.

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Corporate Communications Manager, 2005 – 2013

Directed reputation management and thought leadership communication strategy to successfully manage and sustain positive relationships with external media and stakeholders. Delivered integrated corporate communication projects across multiple media channels to guide internal communications initiatives, corporate branding, high-profile events, and outreach spanning social responsibility, government affairs, and recruitment. Managed media software procurement to implement cost-effective, consolidate solutions that reduced department operating costs. Key Achievements:

Spearheaded high-profile media placements, including Continental “Idea Makers” with the CEO; Engineering News-Record cover story and FORTUNE profile; and an EWeek satellite media tour with the CEO.

Co-managed the Brand Ambassador Program to facilitate CH2M’s rebranding objectives by leveraging 900 global ambassadors in a six-month internal initiative to successfully transition the company brand and culture.

Managed media projects to increase brand visibility and industry standing through significant executive and company recognition, including:

The Woodrow Wilson Award and Korbel Award for two different CEOs.

FORTUNE’s Best Company to Work For submission and Engineering News-Record industry rankings.

Cultivated positive global relations by leading high-profile government affairs initiatives, including:

Managing the CH2M-led Panama Canal Tour project that included extensive planning and logistics management to host the Governor of Colorado plus 20 government officials and business leaders.

Strategized the company’s participation in the FORTUNE-U.S. Department of State Global Mentoring Program and Brazil’s Science Without Borders Program. COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY, Fort Collins, CO 2001 – 2003 Assistant to the Director of Publicity, Department of Music, Theater and Dance Developed strategic public relations campaigns by leveraging multi-channel media communication to successfully promote the department’s cultural events. Collaborated with event stakeholders and publicity department team members to implement communication strategies. Sustained positive media relations by delivering quality press releases.

Authored unique and engaging department communications by researching events and interviewing directors.

Drove community engagement and interest by writing feature articles, advertisements, and public service announcements.

EDUCAT ION & CREDENT I ALS

Master of Arts in International Public Relations, Cardiff University, Cardiff, Wales, 2005 Dissertation: Corporate Reputation Management: A Case Study of Starbucks Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, 2003 Concentration in Public Relations

Certificate in Corporate Community Involvement Management, Boston College, Boston, Massachusetts, 2013

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