Kim Clark

Kim Clark ST R AT E G I C C O M M U N I CAT O R I I N T E R N A L C O M M U N I CAT I O N S T E A M L E A D E R Strategic thinker and hands-on leader with 15+ years of experience driving enterprise communication, employee engagement, and culture change initiatives for medium and large multi-national companies. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, leading complex projects, and delivering high-impact communication strategies that align with organizational goals. Recognized for building trusted client relationships and delivering results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments through crisis management, executive communications, employee engagement, and organizational changes. WORK EXPERIENCE Consultant, Kim Clark Communications, Inc. 2018 - Present Served as client liaison, advising senior executives on engagement and communication strategies aligned with organizational transformation goals. Design proactive and reactive messaging for crisis communications that may impact brand, reputation, and employee sentiment. Coach C-suite members on inclusive leadership practices and communication skills to build trust. Share thought leadership through publishing a book, creating webinars, trainings and giving keynotes. Sr. Director, Internal Communications, GitHub 2018 - 2019 Developed culture change communications strategy for employees as new leaders from Microsoft came in after ownership change. Established communication governance and sequencing frameworks to streamline messaging cadence, prevent information overload, and align cross-functional teams. Redeveloped communications team and team processes to align with new leadership and business priorities. Director, Internal Communications, GoDaddy 2015 - 2018 Increased trust in leadership by 13 points within nine months by redesigning leadership communications. Supported change management initiatives during business model transformation and implemented messaging frameworks to ensure managers and employees remained informed and connected. Led M&A internal communications strategies across U.S. and Europe. Tracked and analyzed engagement metrics, using insights to improve campaign impact and drive continuous optimization. Head of Internal Communications, PayPal 2012 - 2014 Led cross-functional teams in developing and executing change communication plans, ensuring delivery of high-quality deliverables on time and within budget. Elevated executive visibility by scripting All Hands, executive updates, and company-wide messaging for seven executives. Collaborated closely with HR, IT, Marketing, Brand, PR, Sales, and Customer Service to increase employee pilots using PayPal’s new products. LINKEDIN- HAMILTON DRIVE HOLLISTER, CA 95023 EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS Master of Arts & Bachelor of Arts San Jose State University Facilitating Inclusion & Diversity Yale School of Management National Speakers Association Diversity Action Alliance IABC, PRSA AWARDS Gold Quill Award for Trust in Leadership Communications Ragan Employee Communications Award for Storytelling Ragan Employee Communications Award for Social Impact video Telly Award for documentary work with the Discovery Channel ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE AI tools 20+ years of people manager experience Global/regional nuanced messaging DEI/ESG/Social Impact Annual Reports Documentary video production & editing Live in-person & virtual event production University lecturer of media literacy CORE COMPETENCIES Strategic Communication & Engagement Change Management & Enablement Client Relationship Management Cross-Functional Team Leadership Executive Stakeholder Engagement Communication Ecosystem Development Organizational Assessments Budget & Timeline Management Writing, Editing & Messaging Strategy