Vice President Resume
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GAIL JOHNSON
Spring Cove Rd., Riva, MD
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PROFILE
Seasoned public affairs professional with experience in public relations and government affairs. Developed successful positions relative to emerging issues through expertise in:
Public/corporate/government affairs Public Relations
Leadership Advocacy Legislative Affairs/Development
Lobbying Executive Liaison/Consultant
Strategic Counsel Corporate Communication
Program Planning/Implementation Marketing Strategy
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Comprehensive public relations, public affairs, government affairs, marketing, planning, organizational leadership skills
• Senior level management with direct responsibility for budget development and management
• Public relations – including public speaking and presentations
• Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic planning and financial management background
• Successful in the area of consultative sales and business development
• Skilled in identifying emerging issues, developing and implementing new approaches and the ability to anticipate and resolve problems before a crisis ensues
• In depth knowledge of research techniques for complex issues and how to develop recommended actions
• Ability to prepare informative reports and deliver persuasive, succinct presentations to senior management and elected officials as required
• Innovative, creative and proven communications professional
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Business Development Associate (-)
SHAMROCK SECURITY SERVICES, DSI SECURITY, US SECURITY, DIAMOND SECURITY, Tampa, FL
• Established, developed and fostered quality business relations to generate new business
• Prepared and presented written proposals and delivered oral presentations
• Designed various sales methodologies and marketing materials
• Synthesized strategic information on emerging opportunities, privatizing initiatives and competitive bidding
• Quantified competitive positions, identified opportunities and established benchmarks
• Analyzed markets and identified growth opportunities
• Increased sales and revenues for the various companies
• Participated in trade associations, trade shows and other promotional efforts
• Researched and prepared issue and event related briefing materials
• Produced creative marketing materials
Vice President ()
JOHN ALLEN & ASSOCIATES INTERNATIONAL, LTD. Washington, DC
• Oversaw all aspects of operating the business including marketing and public relations
• Led company through public affairs and crisis management issues
• Developed and implemented corporate policies and procedures
• Managed marketing programs and long term strategic planning
• Evaluated market conditions, created corporate marketing strategies and recommended campaigns that supported objectives
• Identified problems and/or opportunities and developed strategies to improve operations and major project or program functions
• Developed and implemented government relations and communications strategies to enhance the company’s reputation and facilitate the accomplishment of business goals and objectives
• Performed due diligence, strategic planning and project management
• Developed and implemented client business strategy and planned market entry
• Developed client policy and provided strategic advice relative to relationships with Congress and the various government agencies
• Identified critical issues and legislation for the client
Senior Associate ()
WALKER/POTTER ASSOCIATES, Washington, DC
• Monitored, analyzed and reported on relevant legislation, policy and regulations, which directly affected both international trade and international banking
• Designed and executed public policy strategies for other clients on various legislative initiatives
• Managed strategies and tactics to build relationships with key decision-makers to ensure they understood client position on pending legislative and regulatory reform issues
• Developed relationships with stakeholders as part of coalition efforts to influence government policies, laws and regulations
• Represented foreign governments directly before Congress, the executive branch and the business community
• Identified emerging issues, developed new strategies for crisis management
• Prepared informative reports and delivered persuasive presentations to senior management and elected officials as required
• Researched, developed and implemented corporate marketing strategies to attract and retain clients
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts
