Donnell Jackson

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About Donnell Jackson

20+ years of experience as a journalist, communications, and media pro who remains passionate about the responsibility of shaping and sharing stories that add value to people’s lives, lead to positive societal changes, and grow business revenue. 🤖 I am excited about the future as more industries embrace emerging technologies like AI to become more productive and efficient. The technology wave prompted my desire to become AI certified:#Google AI Essentials; Stanford Online: The AI Awakening: Implications for the Economy and Society;#Google Prompting Essentials. I am skilled at making complex ideas easy to grasp and showcasing the value and potential of innovative services. My sweet spot is building relationships and trust, always aiming to educate and engage. I've built my professional reputation by leading with a calm sense of confidence, strategy, and humility. Some of my favorite career projects and celebrated outcomes include: Using AI tools to create and amplify digital content, leading to exceeding key performance metrics at the U.S. Department of Energy. Managing a team of esteemed journalists in America’s 4th largest television market during the global pandemic and social justice movement, resulting in a job promotion. Building relationships with media partners to educate and grow public support while expanding brand and business opportunities, at the Port of New Orleans, resulting in a 12.3% increase in container movements and record-setting cruise passenger movements. Influencing policy, leading to Louisiana's Governor signing into law a bill that significantly reshaped New Orleans' public education post-Katrina. 🤝 Let's connect! 🫡