Kisha Wilson Young

Kisha Wilson Young

Writing; Marketing & Communications
Reply rate:
100.0%
Availability:
Part-time (20 hrs/wk)
Age:
48 years old
Location:
Cascade, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Experience:
15 years
Objective To contribute my skills, experience and creativity in a challenging environment where my extensive knowledge of planning and implementing communication strategies will prove effective for the growth of the organization Areas of Expertise      Corporate Communications Corporate Social Responsibility Business Writing Marketing Social Media Marketing Professional Experience DY Woodwork & Countertops – Santa Cruz, Trinidad Mar 2019 – Present General Manager Responsibilities:  Administrative management of client records including quotations, invoices and payments  Implementation and management of business development and marketing initiatives including communication and social media strategy SSG MSA, Inc. – Self Service Group - Las Vegas, Nevada (working remotely in Trinidad) Nov 2016 – Feb 2019 General Manager Achievements:  Successful implementation and administration of client database and invoicing application Responsibilities:  Administration of all client agreements, equipment schedules and invoices Slabb, Inc. – Las Vegas, Nevada (working remotely in Trinidad) May 2013 – Feb 2019 Marketing Consultant Achievements:  Successful management of company’s social media channels, leading to increased visibility and knowledge of the company’s name, brand and products Responsibilities:  Developing and executing the company’s content marketing efforts, to enhance its position as one of the leading manufacturers and experts in the kiosk industry  Supporting the company’s operations and exploring sales opportunities through the development of several marketing initiatives  Management, development and implementation/launch of the company’s new website  Managing the company’s marketing, advertising and social media efforts  Solidifying and optimizing relationships with the company’s strategic partners Resume Page 2 of 4 Inflection Consulting Ltd - Port of Spain, Trinidad January 2012 – December 2015 Associate Consultant Achievements:   Effective communication of change implementation to staff within the client’s organization through the use of newsletters, presentations and other relevant mediums Development of employees’ knowledge of client’s new management systems through team training sessions Responsibilities:  Meeting set milestones through the delivery of research and analysis, programme design and management, workshop design and facilitation, document and report preparation to achieve client’s results  Building and managing client relationships under the guidelines and standards of Inflection  Working with individuals and teams within the client engagement and building client relations to ensure client satisfaction and retention Columbus Communications Trinidad Limited (Flow) - Port of Spain, Trinidad May 2010 – December 2011 (Acting in the position: May 2010 – December 2010) Corporate Communications Manager Achievements:  Assisted with the drafting of the company’s approved Corporate Communications Plan  Successfully managed the launch of the company’s commercial arm  Produced several articles highlighting the services of the company for MACO magazine and the Guardian’s Tech Live supplement.  Spearheaded the company’s Aim, Aspire & Achieve program (Triple A), providing free cable and broadband services to all government and government-assisted pre-, primary, secondary and tertiary institutions. It is the first initiative of its kind to be implemented in Trinidad  Managed Columbus’ partnership with the Trinidad & Tobago Film Festival (ttff) for 2010 and 2011, resulting in increased viewership and exposure for the company Responsibilities:  Implemented several of the company’s strategic pillars through internal and external initiatives  Prepared executive and senior staff for press interviews and drafted speeches, articles and releases  Oversight of all corporate image elements including, social media, website and general messaging and spearheaded the revamp of the company’s social media strategy  Managed the communications department to ensure the efficient execution of department functions. The role also encompassed the provision of support to the company’s marketing department and regional offices in Curaçao and Grenada  Budget management and tracking in an effort to deliver projects on time and within budget  Measurement of the effectiveness of all strategic plan elements which sometimes included research to facilitate accurate report preparation and analysis  Gatekeeper of the company’s brand through the use of appropriate messaging that reflected the company’s mission, vision, values and strategic objectives Columbus Communications Trinidad Limited (Flow) - Port of Spain, Trinidad Sept 2008 – April 2010 Corporate Communications Specialist Achievements:  Successfully spearheaded the launch of the company’s new website, providing content and editing while working through and with other department representatives and external agencies  Drafted and secured the publication of several media releases and advertorials on the company’s products and services and corporate communications initiatives Resume Page 3 of 4  Implemented internal communications strategies that resulted in a favourable rating in the 2010 Employee Survey as compared to an unfavourable rating in the previous survey conducted in 2008 Responsibilities:  Editing of the internal newsletter, including creative oversight and article writing  Participated in the development of internal and external communication plans and assessed their impact  Coordinated the development, planning and execution of various corporate communications activities and projects including the company’s Staff Rally and Media Event  Served as a company media liaison and external spokesperson, in the absence of the Corporate Communications Manager  Consistently updated all corporate literature, fact sheets and profiles used in the media or in company communication materials  Monitored and tracked all press coverage, as needed  Coordinated the development, production and distribution of internal and external communications literature and material  Prepared various written communication, inclusive of, but not limited to, media releases, speeches, company-wide e-mails, newsletters and brochure content  Developed and maintained relationships with internal and external publics AMPLE Advertising - Port of Spain, Trinidad May 2008 – August 2008 Senior Account Executive Achievements:  Successfully delivered all collateral and printed materials required for client’s Plant-A-Tree Initiative  Sourced new media placement client for the Company Responsibilities:  Acted as liaison between client and agency for one of the agency’s largest accounts  Provided direction to client with regard to media scheduling, advertising campaigns and events  Provided copyrighting services and ideas to client, when necessary  Wrote various proposals for the client Evolving TecKnologies & Enterprise Development Co. Ltd. (e TecK) - El Socorro, Trinidad Apr 2006 – Dec 2007 Public Relations Officer Achievements:  Successfully planned and executed internal and external events including the company’s Sports and Family Day, the Aripo Remand Centre Sod Turning Ceremony and the Tamana In Tech Park Foundation Laying  Created positive media exposure through press releases, articles and speeches  Chosen as a member of the Organizational Development Core Team due to my excellent communication skills and persuasiveness Responsibilities:  Coordinated, planned and managed all internal and external functions  Created corporate presentations including those presented to the Prime Minister and his Cabinet by executive management  Acted in the absence of the Manager, Corporate Communications and the Communications Officer which included but was not limited to, providing assistance to the President and Vice Presidents in maintaining the company’s corporate image  Maintained positive media relations through the development of press releases, articles and media tours  Provided editorial assistance for internal and external print and electronic communications, inclusive of speech writing  Liaised with local and regional publications as well as other media scheduling activities Resume Page 4 of 4 Evolving TecKnologies & Enterprise Development Co. Ltd. (e TecK) - El Socorro, Trinidad Oct 2005 – Apr 2006 Corporate Communications Assistant Achievements:  Planned and managed successful orientation and graduation ceremonies for the company’s subsidiary, Medical Data Caribbean Limited (MDCL)  Launched the company’s first wellness programme by organizing yoga and tai chi classes for staff Responsibilities:  Coordinated many staff activities including the company birthday club, Christmas initiatives, fundraising activities and supported inter-departmental initiatives  Managed the Division’s philanthropic expenditure which included background research, recommendations and disbursement of requests  Sourced and managed the distribution of corporate gifts and promotional items for staff and events  Acted in the absence of the Community Relations Officer which included liaising with the company’s fenceline communities  Provided support to the members of the department through event management, communications and community relations activities Education Florida Atlantic University, Davie, Florida Bachelor of Arts - Marketing May 2000 Broward Community College, Pembroke Pines, Florida Associate of Arts – Business Administration May 1997 Training Business Writing Skills • Management Development • Website Administration • Public Relations • Business Etiquette & Protocol • Organisational Development – Change Management • Image Consulting • Media Skills References References are available upon request
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