
Risk & Crisis Communications Consultant
Kitchener, Canada Area

Risk & Crisis Communications Consultant
Kitchener, Canada Area
I specialize in keeping organizations out of the news.
Whether it's a political organization facing a hostile media, a corporation accused of environmental violations by activist groups or simple misunderstandings, I help corporations and trade associations rebuild trust and credibility.
Communications strategy, risk communications training, government relations
(Non-Profit; Public Relations and Communications industry)
June 2009 — Present (6 months)
(Privately Held; Information Technology and Services industry)
February 2002 — Present (7 years 10 months)
Checkmate keeps clients OUT of the news.
My firm specializes in "Defending Good Science" for new technologies - specifically agricultural and chemical manufacturers.
As a registered lobbyist, I can help smooth the path when dealing with governments. However, I'm also a big fan of not relying on the government to help you out... that's a one way recipe for disaster.
Boycotts, recalls, upset neighbours or stakeholders... chances are good we've been there and done that.
(Political Organization industry)
January 2006 — June 2008 (2 years 6 months)
I looked after the strategic direction of the office. This included all personnel decisions and managing several communication campaigns, simultaneously.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Public Relations and Communications industry)
September 2000 — February 2002 (1 year 6 months)
Environmental Risk and Crisis communications specialist. Clients included Health Canada, the US Army, the Town of Walkerton during a major water crisis, the City of Barrie, ON during a drinking water scare, and the Vinyl Council of Canada.
(Public Relations and Communications industry)
1995 — 2001 (6 years )
Politics, current events, scuba diving, and photography