Adanna Austin

 APT 1, guaguin, la goya road, la goya, el dorado PHONE- • E-MAIL- Adanna Austin Personal Information: I have vast experence in business development, MArketing, advertising, Public realtions and event management Education - School of Natural Health Sciences Life Coach Training 2015- 2016 Master Coach University Business Coach Training- University of California, Los Angeles Certificate in Brand Management - University of California, Los Angeles Certificate in Crisis Management and Communications: Safeguarding Image and Viability- University of Leicester London MA in Mass Communication (Distance Learning thru SBCS- INTAD Trinidad Certificate in Project Management - The London School of Journalism London Diploma in Internet Journalism - University of the West Indies Barbados Bachelor of Arts Literatures in English Professional experience 2011- Marketing Dynamics Business Solutions Trinidad Business Consultant and Coach Providing 1on 1 business coaching and support to small and medium sized businesses (marketing plans, advertising, strategic partnerships, media schedules, event planning, social media and branding) through Marketing and PR Business and Accountability Coaching to various entrepreneurs 2015- 2016 Office of the Financial Services Ombudsman Trinidad Senior Public Relations Officer Provide Public Relations and Marketing support for the OFSO Manage Media Relations Build relationship with external stakeholders- outreach initiatives, BATT, ATTIC Write, edit and publish all publications- Annual Reports, quarterly newsletter, brochures and booklets Management of its website and all external releases- daily updates with articles, releases, video etc. Launch and management of the OFSO mobile app Develop new policy initiatives to enhance the independence of the OFSO - Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad Senior Communication Officer Provide Public Relations and Marketing support for the Bank and its external agencies i.e. FIDA and OFSO Sustain and build relationships with media houses and stakeholders Manage internal and external publications –Annual Reports, Monetary Policy Reports etc. Manage internal and external events ( launch of the new $50 note including managing budgets, roll out and execution; planning of Central Bank 50th anniversary celebrations; planning of OFSO 2014 International conference; part of the planning committee for CBTT 2014 AFI conference; planning committee for Intra Regional Central Bank Games) Manage content and layout of the Bank’s internet and intranet (update of both platforms); relaunch of OFSO website Supervise a staff of 8 ( 5 graphic artists, 2 technical assistant, 1 communications assistant) - University of the West Indies Trinidad Part time tutor Principles of Mass Communication Intercultural Communication - Maraval, Port of Spain Trinidad Copywriter Creative concept, writing copy, proofreading Coordination of promotions/ events New market and new media exploration/ new business development 2003- Adanna’s Flower & Gift Shop Broadway, Arima Director Marketing , Public Relations & Advertising Event Coordination and Design - Prestige Business PublicationsSt.James, Port of Spain Administrative Assistant/ Editor Working with Sales and Administration to distribute the publications of the company Proofreading and support of generic type articles in particular for the Ins and Outs of Trinidad and Tobago but also for all company’s publications Networking support by way of keeping abreast of current affairs, cultural events, seminars and conferences that will enhance the distribution and quality of the companies publications Produce articles and content for the Ins and Outs website and the general maintenance of the website - West Indian Tobacco Company Ltd Champs Fleur, Trinidad Communications Assistant (Temporary) Assist in the coordination of the Sports Awards Draft letters to relevant authorities Assist in the coordination of seating arrangements Proofread athlete profiles Assist in balancing the final budget for the Awards - 2 XL Recruitment Tottenham, North London Social Care & Commercial Agency Recruitment Consultant Interviewing and placement of applicants Organising training Public Relations Manage staff of over 200 temporaries Liaise with managers and directors to ensure needs being met Promoting and encouraging business development OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE- Island Football Trinidad Managing Editor Contributing Writer- Shabeau Magazine Barbados Contributing Writer 2004- 2007 MACO Belmont, Trinidad Contributing Writer- Carnival Grooves/ Soca News London Contributing Writer- Caribbean Beat Maraval, Port of Spain Contributing Writer 2004- 2008 Caribbean Parenting Now Maraval, Port of Spain Contributing Writer 2004 - 2008 SHE Caribbean Castries, St. Lucia Contributing Writer REFERENCES 1. Gervon Abraham Manager External Relations and Government Affairs TSTT House l 1 Edward Street, POS l 3rd Floor - 2. Patrice Remy Managing Director Rewa Style 51 Eastern Main Road Arouca -