Angel N May

ANGEL N. MAY Greater Nashville Area •-•- • linkedin.com/in/angelmay Strategic Communica ons Execu ve | Brand Storyteller | Culture Builder Award-winning execu ve with 20+ years leading internal and external communica ons, public rela ons, and brand reputa on for purpose-driven organiza ons. Known for aligning messaging with vision and values to elevate leadership, deepen employee engagement, and build community trust. Combines strategic counsel with modern tools including AI, analy cs, and automa on to guide organiza ons through transforma on and crisis with clarity and confidence. HIGHLIGHTS & IMPACT  Transformed brand visibility and engagement through mul channel communica ons strategies across corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial organiza ons.  Led enterprise campaign adopted by 100+ U.S. ci es and expanded into 10 global markets.  Tripled digital reach and media engagement through podcast strategy, founder storytelling, and earned media campaigns.  Counseled C-suite on na onal media appearances and cri cal internal messaging during high-stakes issues.  Directed award-winning disaster response and CSR programs, mobilizing thousands of employees and delivering $6M+ annually in dona ons and services. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Strategic Communica ons | Execu ve Messaging | Internal Communica ons | Crisis & Reputa on Management Brand Journalism | Community Engagement | Culture & Change Management | Stakeholder Communica ons AI-Enhanced Content Strategy | Speechwri ng | Media Rela ons | Team Development & Cross-func onal Leadership Tools & Tech: HubSpot, ChatGPT, Canva, WordPress, Meltwater, Hootsuite, Google Analy cs, Microso Office Suite PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONSULTING & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP Founder, Whole Health Outlet & Author | 2020–Present Authored and self-published first in a series of books on wellness and entrepreneurship for teens.  Developed brand and messaging pla orm for a wellness concept integra ng grief healing, mental health, and holis c care.  NASHVILLE ENTREPRENEUR CENTER – Nashville, TN Senior Vice President, Marke ng & Communica ons | 2020–Consul ng at Present  Led enterprise communica ons strategy for a nonprofit suppor ng entrepreneurs in healthcare, fintech, CPG, and entertainment.  Scaled digital reach from 49K to 156K+ annual website visitors; expanded LinkedIn impressions to 552K.  Unified messaging across internal and external channels, integra ng newsle ers, video, podcasts, and email marke ng.  Directed earned media and brand storytelling strategy, securing coverage in Forbes, BBC, and top regional outlets.  Produced new website to increase lead capture, membership growth, and donor engagement.  Launched 3 branded podcasts (22K+ downloads) to elevate thought leadership and founder stories.  Led strategic content and PR for flagship fundraising event, doubling audience to 730 and raising $600K.  Mentored a high-performing marke ng & PR team; integrated automa on, analy cs, and SEO into daily opera ons. MARS PETCARE US – Franklin, TN Senior Manager, Corporate Communica ons & Ci zenship (Enterprise Strategy Role) |-  Designed and launched BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™, a mul million-dollar enterprise campaign reaching 100+ ci es and 10 countries.  Managed integrated communica ons during crises including product recalls and natural disasters.  Counseled senior execu ves on speeches, interviews, and nonprofit board roles to build brand trust and visibility.  Developed C-suite ambassador training and grassroots stakeholder engagement programs.  Created PEDIGREE Founda on’s $1M annual grant program; directed CSR efforts benefi ng 200K+ people and pets annually.  Led mul -pla orm internal campaigns that strengthened culture, increased engagement, and supported employer branding. NASHVILLE CAREER ADVANCEMENT CENTER – Nashville, TN Director of Communica ons |-  Spearheaded regional marke ng strategy for workforce development ini a ves across four coun es.  Managed press rela ons, campaigns, and brand alignment for state partnerships and training programs. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science, Public Rela ons – Webster University, School of Communica ons, St. Louis, MO Disaster Management & Homeland Security Training – Nashville & Tennessee State Government COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP Board Secretary, The Refuge Center for Counseling – 2024–25 PR/Media Chair, The Refuge Center for Counseling – 2021–23 Mental Health First Aid Cer fied – Since 2022