I am a passionate public relations/ brand strategist and founder/CEO of Hampton Bates Public Relations (Hampton Bates), a leading PR and branding firm. I founded Hampton Bates after over 17 years as chief fundraiser and PR strategist, working on staff for major universities, nonprofit organizations and writing for business magazines. Over the past ten years, Hampton Bates has become well known as a company that gets results showcasing clients’ strengths and for its highly creative, service-oriented approach to powerful and effective publicity, communications and brand development. As principal strategist for Hampton Bates clients, the agency and its divisions, I lead business development at Hampton Bates. Recently, we successfully launched the company’s celebrity brand development division working with A-list celebrities, sports and entertainment personalities with a focus on assisting individuals and corporations who wish “give back” through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and philanthropic projects. In addition to my PR and fundraising experience, I have a depth of experience in organizational management, communications and strategic planning consulting. As a President of a consulting enterprise, I have developed strategic management and planning programs and implemented organizational effectiveness, leadership development and human resources programs for national companies. I have taught and lectured extensively in the field of philanthropy and management. I hold a masters degree in finance from Lesley University (cum laude) and a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College (University System of New Hampshire). I hold several memberships and board positions on national organizations. Areas of expertise include: Branding Media Relations Marketing Advertising Creative Services (media kits, websites & publications) Events Copywriting/copyediting Media Training/Coaching Social Media Fundraising/Philanthropic Advising Corporate Social Responsibility

Founder/CEO @ Hampton Bates Public Relations is a full-service PR consulting firm driven by our commitment to increase publicity, sales and branding opportunities for organizations and individuals. Our mission is to assist clients in building their national and global presence and develop dynamic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs. CEO of company which specializes in Strategic Consulting, including PR, branding, HR, business plans & sales strategy development. Advising businesses and nonprofit agencies on formation of corporations, foundations and business structures, drafting policies and structuring internal/external communications. Business and personal brand development, website design and development, press/media relations, product launches and campaigns. Develop overall brand strategy. Generate new brand development deals for A-list celebrities and sports personalities to increase visibility, sales and reach. Specialties Include: Public Relations, Media Relations, Brand Development, Special Events, Marketing Research, Analysis, Philanthropic Campaigns, Strategic Planning, Copy-writing/editing, Strategy Consulting, Business Intelligence, Campaign Management, Project Management, Business Development, Social Media Management From July 2004 to Present (11 years 6 months) Adjunct Professor (Part-time) @ Teaching business strategy, marketing and communications courses to undergraduate and graduate students. From January 2015 to Present (1 year) President @ Consultant to nonprofit and for-profit businesses, providing effectiveness training to boards of directors, establishing or revamping fundraising and development programs, installing long-and short-range planning functions, and offering other financial, marketing, strategic, and organizational development consulting. From July 2004 to Present (11 years 6 months) Senior Major Gifts Officer @ From 2002 to 2004 (2 years) Vice President of Development and Public Relations @ From 1999 to 2001 (2 years) Executive Director of Development (Chief Development Officer) @ From 1997 to 2001 (4 years) Associate Director of Development @ From 1994 to 1996 (2 years) Management/Senior Development Positions @ From 1986 to 1994 (8 years)

Master of Science in Management, Finance and Financial Management Services, 3.95/4.0 GPA @ Lesley UniversityMaster of Science in Management, Finance and Financial Management Services, 3.95 @ Lesley university Sylvia Hampton is skilled in: Non-profits, Organizational Development, Finance, Training, Project Planning, Board Development, Philanthropy, Strategic Planning, Grants, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Entrepreneurship, Program Development, Grant Writing, Public Speaking