Elizabeth (Eli) Cleary

Summary

Energetic & proven Strategic Business Communications Director, with a background in programs management and marketing content. Education and Experience includes economics, history, technology and various industry-specific programs and communications training. • Outcome-driven project manager and organizational change leader with a proven history of managing complex business development efforts, working across functional teams. • Proficiency across all aspects of Strategic Business Communications -- From Strategic Planning to Press Releases, from Digital Content Creation to Executive Speechwriting. • Skilled negotiator and client-relationship manager with experience working directly with competitors, customers and partners to design collaborative industry efforts and negotiating agreements. • Dedicated manager, with a successful track record fostering positive organizational cultures and building high-performance teams. Committed to mentoring and coaching employees, and helping advance their careers through opportunity and promotion. Skilled in helping personnel from acquired companies transition into new company structure. Volunteer Efforts & Industry Memberships • Supports STE[A]M-related educational efforts including as a Board Member of the CT chapter of Odyssey of the Mind. • Member of the Professional Speechwriters Association • Active participant in Women in Technology and Women in Manufacturing organizations. Expertise Business Development | Program Management | Economic Development | Project Management| Organizational Performance | Market Analysis | Market Strategy | Marketing Operations | Messaging Architecture | Content Strategy | Writer | Editor | Digital Marketing | Technology | Innovation | Manufacturing | Open Technology Investment Strategies | Ecosystem Development | Coaching | Mentoring | STE[A]M Education | Makers Initiatives