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40+ years experience as a government and business communicator, with emphasis on international relations (Asia, Europe and Middle East), media relations, crisis communication, US Federal government relations, Congressional relations, state and local community affairs, environmental impact planning and strategic planning. Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams of writers, photographers, designers, videographers, web designers and social media strategists. Additional experience as a trainer and facilitator, personnel policy designer, recruiter and retention specialist. For nearly 14 years my duties included extensive experience as a mentor, coach and consultant to senior U.S. military leaders serving in the Middle East.