Donna brings more than 20 years of public relations experience to Tech Image, having worked at corporate and not-for-profit organizations in all areas of communications. Her areas of strength include strategic communications, writing, media relations and the ability to juggle (multiple projects - not objects.)
She brings the client perspective to Tech Image, and understands their wants, needs, likes and dislikes from the "other side." Prior to joining Tech Image, Donna served as public relations director at Cardinal Health, an $89 billion health services company where she helped more than 18 businesses in all aspects of public relations. She has also worked at Allegiance Healthcare, Illinois Masonic Medical Center , the American Hospital Association, the American Nurses Association and Reid Hospital and Health Center .
As a Tech Image account manager, Donna is responsible for sustaining and growing client relationships, providing strategic counsel, and managing client programs. She works with the Tech Image team to develop and execute messaging strategies that will ensure positive public relations results.
What is Your Favorite Success
Story? I am always in awe of people who persevere to achieve their goals. During a very hot July week in 1996, I rode my bicycle more than 500 miles across Iowa with some friends in an annual event. While complaining about the heat and hills as we panted along, I saw a gentleman with no legs biking with hand pedals. It was his third time riding in the event. Unlike us, he was cheerfully and (almost) effortlessly biking. It changed my perspective on what we can all do when we put our minds, hearts and souls into something.
What Are Your Hobbies and
Interests? I like to play as hard as I work, so I'm always moving. If I'm not spending time with my husband and two children, I work on growing the perfect salad in my vegetable garden, discovering places to visit both near and far, downhill skiing, cycling, following politics (more of an illness), cooking, reading and sailing, though I have no boat.
What is the Title of the
Last Good Book You Read? I really enjoyed T he Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and her niece, Annie Barrows. Set in the mid 1940s, the book is written entirely in letters revealing hardships faced during WWII, friendships forged and interests developed. Charming, often humorous, often heartbreaking, the novel reveals a side of World War II not covered in history books. In the winter of 1946, writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. This begins a fascinating tale of the island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and of a community as extraordinary as its name. It's a lovely, little book -- smart, funny and sensitive. I've now added Guernsey to my list of places to experience. If for no other reason than to learn where the unusual title came from, check this one out.
Who Are Your Favorite Recording
Artists? If you picked up my iPod, you might think it's Lady Gaga. That's because my kids download music for me. The truth is I like most everything except Country, Opera, Smooth Jazz and Heavy Metal. Depending on my mood and what I'm doing, I might be listening to the Beatles, Louis Armstrong, something classical, Springsteen, U2 or Eric Clapton.
Why Are You a Good Fit at
Tech Image? I've been on the "other" side and have a good sense of what clients want and need. The Tech Image team delivers excellent results and is driven to doing the job right. I believe in this approach and bring my experience and focus to the group. As Tech Image looks to expand further into healthcare, I am excited to work as part of that initiative.
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