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Joey LeBlanc

Joey LeBlanc

Halifax,Canada

Summary

Motivated and dynamic communications professional with a proven track record in strategic marketing and communications projects that drive organizational growth. Areas of expertise include amplifying brand presence, fostering stakeholder relationships, and executing effective campaigns. Skilled in health communications, event coordination, and media relations. Proficient in leveraging social media and data-driven strategies to enhance engagement and visibility. Brings a unique perspective to inclusive strategies and community engagement initiatives as an Indigenous and Queer individual.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Study Participant Engagement Coordinator

IWK Health Centre
07.2023 - Current

Develop and implement strategic communication plans to enhance public awareness and engagement with the Challenge Unit and its studies

  • Collaborate with internal teams to design educational materials tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring accessibility and clarity
  • Manage multi-platform social media campaigns, integrating evidence-based insights to drive awareness of clinical trials and research initiatives
  • Coordinate outreach initiatives, including community events and partnerships, to promote study participation
  • Analyze engagement metrics to refine messaging strategies and improve campaign performance
  • Serve as the primary liaison between study teams and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent and effective communication
  • Enhanced client relationships by organizing and coordinating engaging events and activities.

Marketing & Communications Manager

Pivotal Growth Inc.
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Lead comprehensive marketing and communications strategies, driving brand recognition and market penetration for a dynamic growth-focused company
  • Innovated and executed multi-channel campaigns, from conception to implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and brand identity
  • Fostered cross-functional collaboration to synchronize messaging and optimize communication efforts across departments, enhancing brand consistency and effectiveness
  • Spearheaded the development of targeted communication plans for product launches, events, and initiatives, integrating data-driven insights to maximize impact and engagement
  • Cultivated a robust social media presence through strategic content creation and community engagement, leveraging analytics to refine strategies and optimize performance
  • Proactively analyzed and reported on the performance of marketing initiatives, utilizing insights to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making

Clinician

Sleep Therapeutics
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Delegated responsibilities and supervised business operations to streamline processes and ensure optimal service delivery
  • Recruited, trained, and coached employees, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Resolved conflicts or complaints from customers and employees, maintaining a positive organizational reputation
  • Analyzed workflows and implemented more effective strategies to achieve business and profit objectives
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and contributed to overall organizational success through proactive leadership
  • Served as a mentor to new clinicians, providing guidance on techniques, documentation standards, and ethical considerations in practice.

Marketing Director

Bayside Accounting
10.2018 - 12.2020
  • Updated web pages and social media profiles with engaging and current content
  • Recommended policy changes to improve marketing tactics and strategies
  • Executed updated marketing plans to increase branding exposure, customer traffic, and sales
  • Planned and produced highly effective experiential marketing events
  • Generated monthly performance metrics and analytical reports, reviewing and communicating campaign successes to management
  • Boosted sales by developing new product marketing strategies and facilitating effective stakeholder communication

Media Relations Manager

Resulta
10.2016 - 10.2020
  • Led marketing and communications for the organization, driving overall strategy to align with business goals
  • Identified target audiences and developed optimized communication plans to engage and interest stakeholders
  • Oversaw PR outreach, securing ongoing media coverage and building strong media relationships
  • Coordinated social media content creation and promotion, expanding the organization’s digital footprint
  • Organized and executed successful media interviews and events sponsorships
  • Collaborated with creative teams to produce engaging content tailored to target demographics.

Education

Certified Marketing Specialist -

The Canadian Marketing Institution
Halifax, NS
08.2020

Bachelor of Public Relations -

Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, NS
11.2014

Skills

  • Communication Strategies
  • Campaign Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Health Communications
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Event Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical & Critical Thinking
  • Brand awareness
  • Volunteer management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Strategic thinking

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Marketing & Communications Manager

Pivotal Growth Inc.
09.2023 - 08.2024

Study Participant Engagement Coordinator

IWK Health Centre
07.2023 - Current

Clinician

Sleep Therapeutics
12.2020 - 08.2023

Marketing Director

Bayside Accounting
10.2018 - 12.2020

Media Relations Manager

Resulta
10.2016 - 10.2020

Certified Marketing Specialist -

The Canadian Marketing Institution

Bachelor of Public Relations -

Mount Saint Vincent University
Joey LeBlanc