jane danese

Coordinated media logistics and accompanied senior Mission officials to press conferences for the 63rd Session of the General Assembly, to include events with the U.S. President, foreign heads of state and their delegations, and first spouses. - Monitored and assessed news stories daily for their accuracy in depicting or interpreting U.S. foreign policy and advised press, political, and economic sections in Mission of relevant issues in a timely manner. - Maintained policy content on public Mission website and crafted and distributed press releases relating to important U.S. foreign policy priorities.

Served as first responder and ocean lifeguard responsible for the patrol of an assigned beach and accountable for the operation of specialized lifesaving equipment and the treatment of the injured. As Ocean Lifeguard Training Instructor (Summer 2007), educated over 80 lifeguards in training (ages 11-15) on ocean and beach safety, lifesaving and swimming techniques, and emergency response.

Prepared and coordinated public engagement strategies relating to U.S. policies in Europe and provided recommendations to leadership on official social media presence. Created Bureau’s first social media account, sharing timely foreign policy information that resulted in increased engagement and understanding among target audiences. Devised the digital strategy for an international summit that included a series of blog entries that were shared electronically over 2,200 times, an all-time high for the Bureau.

Managed and motivated an 8-person team charged with providing the general public and local communities with relevant and timely information about U.S. foreign policy. Implemented a streamlined approach to academic outreach that has become a flagship public education program, Foreign Policy Classroom, informing hundreds monthly on foreign policy priorities. Conceived a revitalization plan for an online video series that resulted in an average time saving of 15 minutes per production and increased viewership by 30%.

Directed activities of the Dar America Information Resource Center and supervised Moroccan staff members in public diplomacy outreach. Programs included weekly speakers and film series, religious and cultural activities, press conferences, and youth sports programs. Conceived, arranged, and implemented an international media campaign regarding the diversity visa program, which included a trilingual press conference. The campaign resulted in the clarification of visa eligibility requirements and the elimination of superfluous applications.

Conceived and executed communications strategies to promote State Department-sponsored international exchange programs through the news media and private sector partners. Served as Bureau spokesperson and ensured the comprehensive, accurate, and timely use of traditional, digital, and social media to align with the State Department's strategic goals. Led the communications strategy for the launch of a new women’s entrepreneurship program that resulted in coverage by the Huffington Post and Fox News. Developed the public relations plan for a new film mentoring initiative in the Middle East that maintained the participants' safety and ensured partners effectively promoted the program. Served as U.S. government-wide point of contact for over 18 communications materials in support of the Young African Leaders Initiative, a Presidential policy priority.

* Responsible for developing public relations strategies for telling the Wyndham Worldwide story, including media relations, content creation, crisis communications, and message alignment. Develops and pitches stories and provides engaging media analysis * coordinates and manages executive interviews, appearances, and presentations * oversees corporate digital and social media channel content * and manages overall corporate communications for Wyndham Worldwide.