Patrick Gibbons

Background

About Patrick Gibbons

I'm a lifelong learner, practitioner, and coach. I enjoy helping people and organizations transform their communication programs. Those who know me consider me a creative problem solver who leads by example and helps others reach their potential. I do my best work in fast-paced, dynamic environments focused on outcomes and innovations, and take pride in my ability to develop talented, high-performance communications teams. EXPERTISE Media Relations & Training: Successfully handled media interactions regarding numerous sensitive, high-profile issues; significant experience serving as spokesperson for large, complex organizations; expertise in preparing executives and subject matter experts for news media interviews and congressional testimony. Crisis Communications: Successfully led communications efforts for many high-profile media issues, accidents, and emergencies, including shootings, accidental deaths, research controversies, lawsuits, hostage situations, and aviation mishaps, in each case protecting the reputation of institutions and people through diligent planning, rapid decision-making, and effective communications. Strategic Communications Planning: Develop customized communication plans and measurement models that identify strategic objectives and integrate communication programs and resources to achieve desired results. Executive Writing: Considered by many a gifted message developer and speech writer; experienced at writing articles and legislative testimony for senior executives and government officials on subjects ranging from business strategy and leadership to management and technical subjects. Leadership & Management: Committed to developing diverse and inclusive teams and empowering team members to take ownership of their functions and work together to achieve superior performance and results.