External Relations Regional Director

Giacomo Marcello Bruni Springboro, OH • ****************@*****.***

937-***-**** • LinkedIn

Dual Citizenships: USA & Italian

Director, Communications, External Relations & International Programs Award winner with rich experience in defense and aerospace industries; poised to excel in government administration and academia sectors. Stellar record of managing complex multi-billion-dollar projects from inception to completion within defined scope, quality, time, and budget. Nationally recognized communications and international relations speaker with proven success in developing, directing, and executing communication strategies. Adept at building corporate reputation and professional relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders. Instrumental in developing and employing brand strategy for growth and awareness, identifying opportunities, and deploying marketing tactics to achieve competitive advantage. Accomplished thought leader and results-oriented professional with success in leading multifaceted teams to realize corporate goals. Recognized for driving overall aspects of communication and relationship management to attain ground-breaking results. Change agent and powerful communicator; astute in leading organizations through integrated communication initiatives to attain transformative, sustainable success.

Assumed communications and external relations roles, including regional director and functional chief.

Ensured end-to-end management of multiple international sites and marketing, advocacy, and communications campaigns.

Selected in the Boeing Executive Communications Leadership Team in the first year after demonstrating solid leadership skills. Areas of Expertise

International Relations Management Relationship Management National & International Media Relations Corporate, Executive Branding Project Management Public & External Relations Strategic Planning & Execution Cross-functional Collaboration Executives Mentoring & Coaching Global Markets Communications & Engagement Diversity & Inclusion Emotional Intelligence 2.0 Change Management Team Leadership Thought Leadership Policy Development Resources Management Business Development Awards

Communication Excellence Award and Communications Service Excellence Award at Boeing Recipient of the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Excellence Award Communications and Lockheed Martin Comet Award recipient for Media Relations – Customer Engagement Inducted in the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara by the U.S. Army Field Artillery Association (as a civilian) Professional Experience

US Air Force Public Affairs Office – 88th Air Base Wing – Air Force Materiel Command Chief of Command Information & Engagements

Key Contributions:

Created a new installation-wide web based internal publication within 90 days.

Revitalized Skywrighter, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base external newsletter.

Ensured leadership and direction on technical and professional development aspects of all direct reports.

Developed three early career candidates in Public Affairs operations.

Revised Policies on Photo and Graphic design for the Wing. Key Responsibilities:

Direct origination, implementation and postproduction of all material related to the 120+ affiliate units.

Manage very busy photo, video, graphics and social media teams (9+3). AdviZory Board Consulting – Rome, Italy and Dunedin, FL International Senior Advisor 2019 to 2023

Key Contributions:

Spearheaded and delivered 3 high-valued ($2B+) consortia projects for logistics and industrial investments from inception to completion at regional, national, and international levels. The team included China Poly Group on EPC, CCCC and CNEEC. - Established strategic alliances / ties between a key Italian aerospace company and COMAC (China’s largest aerospace manufacturer); secured transformational applications to aerospace supply chain. ALA Corporation (Advanced Logistics for Aerospace) – Rome, Italy Corporate Officer 2016 to 2019

Key Contributions:

Recognized as the Chief External Relations Officer and Senior Vice President for the US market focused on achieving desired goals.

Collaborated with corporate officers and country managers for implementation of consistent brand identity. Key Responsibilities:

Managed external relations function with special emphasis on government affairs, marketing, PR, and business development. Giacomo Marcello Bruni Page 2

Devised and executed global strategies, monitored legislation, developed public affairs, communications, & advertising campaigns. The Boeing Company – Rome, Italy

Director of Communications – Italy, Southern Europe & Israel 2009 to 2016 Key Contributions:

Achieved all business objectives across key stakeholder constituencies, including media, customers, partners, shareholders, government, industry leaders, suppliers, academia, analysts, and employees.

Promoted, organized, and managed all sponsorship activities for the 2015 Milan EXPO.

Enhanced Boeing’s reputation by over 20%.

− Gained coverage on 26 cover pages, 30+ national television broadcasts, and more than 3000 articles in one year.

Recognized as the executive editor of “InfoBoeing” quarterly magazine and “Remove Before Flight” first internal pub.

Played a key role in improving company’s global corporate citizenship and corporate social responsibility. Key Responsibilities:

Spearheaded overall communications and public affairs functions while facilitating President by delivering strategic / operational communications counseling.

Lockheed Martin Corporation - Missiles and Fire Control, Dallas, TX Communications Manager – Air & Missile Defense - Tactical Missiles/Combat Maneuver Systems 01/05 – 02/09

Managed development, planning and conduct of Public Relations for multi-billion dollar lines of business

Supported and promoted company business objectives with public, industry, stockholders and employees

Coordinated subordinate recruitment, selection, assessment, salary and recognition-disciplinary actions

Directed participation and support of advertising campaigns, while supervising outside consultants

Edited and directed material for organizational publications - Assign and/or approve art work

2008 inductee in the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara by the U.S. Army Field Artillery Association

Comet Award recipient for Media Relations 2008 – Customer Engagement

Comet Award runner-up for Integrated Communications AMD IPT - 2008

Initiated and produced first comprehensive Tactical Missiles-Combat Maneuver Systems and Air & Missile Key Responsibilities:

Provided direction to cross functional business groups, while promoting strong horizontal integration Additional Experience

Field Artillery Center and School Media Relations/Public Affairs/Information Officer at US Army Public Affairs Office, Ft. Sill, OK Public Affairs/External Relations/Psychological Operations/Special Projects Specialist at US Army, Vicenza, Italy Assistant Director, Office of International Programs at Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY Board & Community Leadership

Principal Advisor Member President’s Advisory Board – American University of Rome Industrial Advisor Member Industry – Academia Partnership Council – Rome III University Atlas Award Judge Public Relations Society of America – Strategic Communication, Corporate, International sections Member Member of LSE Team “European Identity” Sponsored by the Italian Presidency of the EU Council of Minister London School of Economics European Institute / Italian Embassy, London Education & Credentials

Public Affairs Officer Qualification Course (PAOQC) – PAO Leadership Department of Defense Information School (DINFOS) – Ft. Meade, MD Master of Science (Economics) European Studies

London School of Economics and Political Science – London Concentration: Economics, European Monetary Union, EU Law, Politics & Policy, I.R. Bursary Scholarship Bachelor of Arts – Cum Laude

Western Kentucky University – Bowling Green, KY

Major: Government Minor: Psychology Honors Scholarship Languages

Italian, English, French, & Spanish

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