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VaLinda McBride
Principal, AM Strategic Communications
Location: Lafayette , IN United States
Joined: Feb 5th, 2013

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Purdue Univ class of 2017

Undergrad Major: Communication

Experience

I currently work with AM Strategic Communications as Principal
I have years of experience working in the Community, Social Services, and Nonprofit industry.

Entrepreneur | AM Strategic Communications
From June 2012 to Current • 14 year(s)
Conducted research to identify funding sources and partnerships, managed special projects including office communication and event planning, created media campaigns and strategic plans.

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist | Adecco, Time, Kelly, and Express
From January 2002 to January 2016 • 14 year(s)
Provided executive-level administrative support, managed calendars and business expenses, prepared reports and financial documents.

Human Resources | Indiana University Health Arnett
From April 2013 to December 2015 • 2 year(s)
Managed vendor relationships and employee programs, assisted with customer communications, and provided administrative support to Human Resources.

Marketing and Development Coordinator | Humanitarian Christian Services
From April 2013 to April 2014 • 1 year(s)
Supported proposal preparation and donor activities, drafted marketing copy and promotional materials, researched and drafted grant proposals.

Operations & Communications Coordinator | Purdue University
From October 2008 to June 2012 • 4 year(s)
Coordinated events and created promotional materials, managed contracts with vendors, recruited and trained student volunteers.

Marketing Office Coordinator | Ivy Tech Community College
From January 2003 to June 2008 • 5 year(s)
Served as liaison for operational issues, leveraged sponsorship trade for media presence, provided administrative support for marketing executives.

Office Manager/Graphic Designer | VisionQuest Media
From January 2001 to December 2001 • 0 year(s)
Decreased office expenditures by implementing controls, worked with clients on design and brand messaging, managed vendor negotiations.

Neighborhood Program Coordinator | Lafayette Urban Enterprise Association
From January 1999 to January 2001 • 2 year(s)
Served as liaison for neighborhood associations, managed logistics of Urban Commerce Center, collected revenue and tracked inventory taxes.

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