Seasoned professional with extensive experience and expertise in

communications/PR, brand management and non-profit fundraising, eager to become a strategic, valued contributor to leadership, business and key stakeholders across a purpose-driven organization. CAREER PATH

PROFILE

Perfetti Van Melle Group B.V. Director, Global Communications Amsterdam, NL

Luxottica Manager, Communications Cincinnati, OH Jan 2017– Dec 2022

Aug 2015- Dec 2016

After three years as Communications Manager for PVM North America

(Erlanger, KY), I was promoted to Group Communications Director, based within PVM Group Headquarters (Amsterdam, The Netherlands). Reporting directly to the CEO, I had responsibility for Group communications for some 18,000 employees in 38 operating companies,

31 manufacturing facilities, and brands in 150 different markets worldwide. As Luxottica’s Manager of Engagement Communications & Channel Strategy, I was responsible for providing communications to engage and enroll 1200+ LensCrafters employees throughout the US and Canada. After being promoted to Manager, External Relations, reporting to Luxottica’s Chief Medical Officer, I assumed responsibility for development and execution of recruitment campaigns to elevate the reputation of Luxottica and its affiliate optometrist opportunities within LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, Sears Optical, Target Optical. COMPETENCIES

C-Suite Coaching & Consulting

Speech Writing

Thought Leadership

Strategic Communications

Media Relations / PR

EDUCATION

Miami University (Ohio)

Bachelor of Science

School of Education & Allied

Professions

English & Communications

Sept 2017 Perfetti Van Melle

Cash award for excellence in

execution of Mentos campaign

Oscar Award

Freedom: The Ongoing Need for

Courage, Cooperation and

Perseverance as the Struggle

Continues

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

+1-513-***-****

3051 Fairfield Avenue

Cincinnati, OH. 45206

adyee2@r.postjobfree.com

S t e p h a n i e A . C r e e c h

LOCAL AND G LOBAL L EADER WITH

E XPERTISE I N PR, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS,

AND CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS

Crisis Communications

Employee Engagement

Fundraising

Employer Branding

Brand / Product Marketing

Website Development &

Maintenance

Video Production

Social Media

Social & Environmental

Responsibility

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Corporate Quality

May 1, 2011 Publication

Museums of Ideas: Commitment

and Conflict MuseumsEtc Ltd 8

Albany Street Edinburgh EH1 3QB

FirstGroup America Sr. Manager, Communications Cincinnati, OH Feb 2013- Aug 2015

Provided communications leadership and support, developing and executing communications strategies for First Transit, First Vehicle and First Student, protecting and enhancing each organization’s reputation. I served as company spokesperson, with responsibilities for media relations, PR, crisis communications, media monitoring and reporting. I developed and executed strategy for all employee engagement communications. Within the C-suite, I also provided communications, speeches, and presentations for the President, First Transit.

Forza Marketing Manager, Public Relations Cincinnati, OH May 2012 - Nov 2012

On short-term, contract basis, I provided PR strategy to a client expert in the area of customer behavior and engendering long-term loyalty. I was responsible for media relations, project management, direct marketing and event planning, as well as media monitoring and reporting.

CAREER PATH (CONTINUED)

Self-Employed Journalist, Publicist & Comms Consultant Cincinnati, OH May 2001– Aug 2007

Working as a freelance journalist and independent consultant, I provided services to numerous publications and non-profit organizations within the Greater Cincinnati region. I served as weekly columnist for two separate Greater Cincinnati newspapers: The Cincinnati Post, The Cincinnati Enquirer; and, was a features writer/editor for Inspire, Design, and Our Town magazines. In addition, I did much of my own photography and served as photo stylist for each of these magazines. During this period, I also provided PR and media relations services to numerous area non- profit and for-profit organizations, including the Cincinnati Wine Festival, Every Child Succeeds and Families Forward.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Junior League of Cincinnati (JLC)

- Board Member

- Chair, Public Affairs Committee

- Chair, Cookbook Kick-Off Gala

- Editor, Perspectives JLC quarterly

magazine

The Summit Country Day School

- Auction Committee

- School Booster Association

- Contributor to School Newsletter

Children's Defense Fund

- Communications Chair,

National Conference

Historic East Walnut Hills Assembly

- Chair, Communications

- Co-Chair, Historic Homes Tour

S t e p h a n i e A . C r e e c h

LOCAL AND G LOBAL L EADER WITH

S T RONG COMMUNICATION, PR AND FUNDRAISING S K I L L S Miami U. Alumni Association

- Class Communications Chair,

Alumni Weekend Committee

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati Manager, Communications Cincinnati, OH

Aug 2007 - Nov 2010

Working closely with the development officer of RMHC, my responsibilities included media relations/PR to elevate the RMHC brand; support fundraising efforts; and, lead marketing activity essential to the capital campaign for new wing of the House. I managed local agencies and vendors in project fulfillment; and, provided strategic planning for development of a new RMHC website, which I then managed. In partnership with the development director and fulfillment agency, I assisted in turning a failing direct mail program into a successful one, far exceeding goal. I developed and delivered strong donor engagement content, including newsletters, online giving site opportunities, campaign collateral, social media, annual report, etc. I also planned and executed RMHC’s successful radio-thon with Cincinnati's Cumulus radio channels. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Manager, External Relations Cincinnati, OH

Nov 2010 - Jan 2012

My responsibilities were to serve as the organization’s media spokesperson; develop and execute communications strategies; mitigate media crises; and, deliver against organizational plans to grow and enhance public image and donor support.

Current Service

(since returning from Amsterdam)

Daughters of the Am. Revolution

- Corresponding Secretary

Colonial Dames

- Cincinnati Chapter, Founding

Member & Officer

US Daughters of the War of 1812

Previous Service

Canine Companions for

Independence

- Fundraiser

- Auction Committee

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