Content Marketing Manager @ I drive strategic content initiatives to engage developers, data scientists and business analysts with IBM's Cloud Data Services portfolio. From May 2015 to Present (8 months) Account Manager @ Oversaw North American and global PR and thought leadership programs for B2B technology and telecommunications organizations, producing impactful media exposure and brand awareness. Ensured the thoughtful execution of client activities encompassing media relations, content marketing, industry events, native advertising, research and social media. Lad agency business development activity including client prospecting and new business pitching. From December 2013 to May 2015 (1 year 6 months) Senior Account Executive @ Oversaw daily account maintenance, media and analyst relations, social media and content creation for enterprise technology clients, particularly those in the cloud, data center and hosting spaces. Served as a day-to-day contact for clients, and was involved in strategic planning and tactical execution to promote client visibility and thought leadership positioning. From January 2013 to December 2013 (1 year) Account Executive @ Drove media and analyst outreach to secure coverage in business and vertical industry publications.
Supported clients on site and at industry events to staff briefings and build relationships with stakeholders. Developed content including bylined articles / op-eds, blog posts, website copy and infographic concepts. From December 2011 to January 2013 (1 year 2 months) Associate @ Managed media outreach, social media and blogging activities for clients in financial services, technology and healthcare. Led thought leadership program for agency CEO to position him as an expert in reputation management. From June 2010 to December 2011 (1 year 7 months) Communications Assistant to Mayor Bill Finch @ Managed public affairs campaigns around economic development and anti-blight programs. Created press releases, prepared talking points and staffed Mayoral appointments. Managed content for the Mayor's Office social media channels and website page. From September 2009 to May 2010 (9 months) Community Outreach Intern @ • Developed student rights and legal observer workshops
• Conducted legislative research
• Managed ACLU of Wisconsin's social media presence From May 2008 to August 2008 (4 months) Human Resources Intern @ • Developed new templates for employee interviews
• Planned events
• Composed internal communications From May 2005 to August 2005 (4 months)
BA, History, Political Science, Religious Studies @ University of Wisconsin-Madison From 2005 to 2009 Study Abroad Program, Irish Studies @ National University of Ireland From 2007 to 2007 Houston High School From 2001 to 2005 Douglas Flora is skilled in: Media Relations, Public Relations, Social Media, Blogging, Writing, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Content Strategy, Marketing Communications, B2B, Account Management, Nonprofits, Management