LAURA E WELLS13920 Castle Blvd #705, Silver Spring, MD 20904 lewells@live.com 214-356-8692

SUMMARY

Excels at communicating complex ideas clearly and succinctly, working in teams on difficult projects, using systems thinking to analyze complex situations, designing and conducting effective group facilitation processes for dialogue, deliberation and decision-making, building relationships among diverse populations. Exceptional management and team leadership skills in high stress, dynamic environments, executive coaching, strategic planning, program/project management, budget creation and management experience.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation: Eastern Mennonite University, December 2015, specializing in international development and transitional justice

Cambodia: Post Genocide Community Development, and Spirituality, January 2015

Member of Team Accord, through Eastern Mennonite University’s Ombudsman’s office

Practicum: Institute of Multi-Track Diplomacy, August – September, 2015; Darfur Women Action Group September, 2015 – December, 2015, Human Security Program Assistant to Dr. Lisa Schirch September, 2015 – December, 2015

Graduate Certificate: International Peace and Security Institute’s The Hague Symposium on Post-Conflict Transitions and International Justice, July 2015

Certificate: Humanity in War: An International Humanitarian Law Primer for Professionals, American Red Cross, November 2015

Certificate: Southern Methodist University, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, September 2011

Bachelor of Arts: University of North Texas, December 1992, major in Radio/TV/Film, minor in Criminal Justice

Cross-Cultural Experience: Cambodia, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malaysia, The Netherlands, Taiwan, Spain, United Kingdom

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Texas InstrumentsEmployee Communications Manager June 2011 – May 2014

Managed communications strategy for more than 10 senior vice presidents and general managers Developed communication initiatives focused on helping leaders effectively communicate to their organizations in the U.S.,

China, Germany, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan Coached senior managers on public speaking Created and executed employee communication strategies focused on business priorities and goals Provided employee communications counsel and training to business leaders in the US, Asia and Europe

2012 award for MVP/SBE – Analog/DLP Infolink room 2012 award for Coach of the Year – Analog Leader Resources 2011 Best Overall award, Texas Instruments

Texas Health Resources January 2009 – June 2011Senior Communications Specialist

Provided leadership in development and execution of internal stakeholder communication plans that lead internal audiences toward change in knowledge, behavior and/or attitude regarding THR initiatives and/or its strategic direction

Developed and implemented annual and issue-specific internal stakeholder communication plans Served as member of entity executive teams, working with leadership to identify and develop plans to support internal

communication of hospital plans and focus areas to internal stakeholders Supervised and developed entity-specific communication vehicles, including but not limited to print and electronic

newsletters, collateral materials, intranet, events

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LAURA E WELLS13920 Castle Blvd #705, Silver Spring, MD 20904 lewells@live.com 214-356-8692

Increased click-through rate of internal newsletter by 5 percent Instituted quarterly “Employee Forums” as a fun way to increase employee engagement Managed annual “Face-to-Face” program with company CEO for three hospitals

Texas Instruments, Inc. (outsourced by Aquent)Marketing Communications/Media Relations Program Manager September 2006 – October 2008

Created and executed strategic marketing communications plan to ensure effective and consistent messaging for a global audience

Developed media relations strategy, messaging and tactical execution for product announcements and competitive positioning

Oversaw speaking opportunities, including presentation development and spokesperson coaching Managed developer network program, including co-marketing and press activities Streamlined web content, resulting in a more efficient layout Increased webinar attendance by 3,000 percent Increased click-through rate on key newsletter article by 50 percent by using a video format

2008 Impact Award, Texas Instruments

Global Event Marketing Manager February 2001 – September 2006 Managed domestic and international trade shows, conferences, corporate events, parties ranging from trade-specific

technology shows to movie-premiere events to meet broader marketing objectives Cultivated excellent working relationships with numerous outside vendors as well as internal clients to ensure expectations

were met and goals were achieved Served as public relations liaison at events Developed and managed budget (up to $1.2 million) for each show Trained and mentored new employees

2006 award for Best Corporate Permanent Installation - Silver Award, Event Design Awards 2005 Best Booth, Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA)

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

Dallas, Texas:

Executive Director, Dallas Chapter, Stand Up For Kids 2011

Street Counselor, Stand Up For Kids 2008 – 2010

Rape Crisis Hotline, Victims Outreach Center 2005 – 2008

Mentor, AIDS Interfaith Network 2004 – 2005

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