To the People, By the People - What's New in Government and Nonprofit Communications

Panel Discussion with Local Leaders in Public Sector and Nonprofit Communications

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A wary public, political overtones and tight budgets ... government agencies and non-profit organizations have more than their share of hurdles in communicating with their stakeholders.

On the other hand, opportunities abound when communicating clear missions to serve the public good to audiences who are tuned in and often motivated to help.

Join us November 12 for an interactive panel discussion on the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors:

• Energizing volunteers and brand ambassadors

• Tackling and shaping public opinion

• Connecting leadership with the workforce and constituencies

• Navigating politics and decision makers

• Creatively doing more with less

Panelists

Jeanine Reynolds, Vice President of Development, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation
Jeanine is responsible for fundraising initiatives at the nation's first community development organization, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, including donor-targeted marketing and communications programs.

A career nonprofit professional, Jeanine was previously Director of Major Gifts and Direct Marketing at Citymeals-on-Wheels, where she focused on major gifts solicitation, direct marketing, foundation and corporate giving. She also held positions at the Arc of North Carolina and several NYC-based nonprofits, and is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Mira Sleilati, Manager, Communications and Engagement, MTA New York City Transit

Mira is responsible for promoting awareness and engagement in MTA New York City Transit’s new vision and strategic initiatives. This includes leading organization-wide efforts to communicate NYCT’s new talent management process and programs to position NYCT as an Employer of Choice for current and future employees.

Before joining NYCT, Mira held progressive roles at Toyota Motor North America, ranging from public affairs, thought leadership and crisis communications, to HR-focused communications around talent management, succession planning and corporate restructuring.

Beth Stellato, Vice President, Communications and Strategic Partnerships, The New York Foundling

Beth leads communications, marketing and branding strategies to raise awareness and attract new donors for the New York Foundling, one of the City’s oldest and largest nonprofits serving children and families.

Previously she was co-founder of Little West Group and consulted clients on corporate social responsibility, communications and employee engagement efforts. Beth also spent several years at Goldman Sachs, where she was a chief of staff and supported internal communications, managed global speaking events, and spearheaded the placement of nearly 30 executives on the boards of various influential non-profits.

Susan Karlin, Founder and CEO, Suka Creative, Inc.

Susan is the Founder and CEO of Suka Creative, a full-service firm in NYC that integrates marketing strategy with award-winning creative work for a wide range of non-profit and corporate clients.

Having grown up in the design business, she has built Suka into a highly successful practice focused on client relationships, brand stewardship and business strategy. Susan is a frequent contributor at conferences and webinars on woman-owned business, a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and an active member of a variety of communications, design and entrepreneur associations.