Kristina Watson

With nearly 20 years of experience in communications and government affairs in the public and private sectors, I understand the importance of strategic communications and thrive on delivering an effective message.Professional profile:• Ambitious, dynamic professional offering an impeccable record of success and proven expertise in: strategic communications, public relations, policy analysis and government affairs.• Articulate communicator with extensive experience writing, editing and producing strategic communication tools designed to reach diverse audiences.• Expert organizer with a proven ability to effectively plan and manage rapidly-moving, mission-critical communication and public policy initiatives to advance organizational objectives.• Highly-skilled facilitator and mediator adept at orchestrating cross-functional activities and building consensus toward common goals. • Exceptional leader and trainer skilled at motivating, coaching, mentoring and challenging others to build core competencies and achieve excellence while leading by example.• Personable and proficient relationship builder offering strong interpersonal skills, excellent leadership abilities and demonstrated success in developing and maintaining trusted relationships.