Leslie Johnsen

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About Leslie Johnsen

Tapping the power of public relations, communications and social media to grow brand recognition in global markets, I provide expert PR & communication services within PR, media relations, content creation, corporate comms, internal comms, social media; personalized assistance for startups, scaleups and companies in growth.What I do: Employ extensive communications experience to lead strategic communication initiatives, strategies and cultivate strong brand reputation. Drive public relations planning and execution, global media relations and spokespersons activities. Draft high-level messaging and editorial content for both external and internal audiences, including executive messaging. Harness synergies of a comprehensive communications mix and streamlined messaging for PR, marcom initiatives and social media using a variety of activities & digital channels. Work closely with senior management and key stakeholders across teams, cultures & geographical borders to serve global markets to impact brand presence. Create unique channels and activities to drive & strengthen internal communication and engagement.What makes me unique: Hands-on approach, positive outlook, creative, results-oriented. Relationship building with all levels of organization to ensure everyone is on board to deliver on corporate goals and KPIs.Most proud of: • Achieved extensive industry media coverage & global brand recognition: Strong media relations, executive interviews, crafted 200+ Conax press releases and wide range of editorial content• Worked with customers and partners from over 50 countries on public relations activities• Results-oriented internal communications: Grew employee engagement using digital channels, corporate activities, story-telling• People Award 2016, Conax AS (now integrated in Kudelski Group, earlier part of Telenor Broadcast): Worked with Conax Delhi team on CSR initiative supporting education for underprivileged childrenWhat others say:” Over the period Leslie has been with Conax, she has led the process of changing the perception of the company from a humble Norwegian company into a proud global industry player.” (Please see References below)I have dual American and Norwegian citizenship and am fluent in Norwegian, passing all four language tests required (written, oral, reading, audio/listening). I am currently engaged in freelance work within the satellite industry, wafer and GaN technology and wireless device testing equipment. Contact: lesl-lj@online.no