Paralegal
Brian K. Ellison
901 Pettus Place
------------ St. Charles, MO 63------------
? 18 Years of Active Military and National Guard Service-15 Years of Public Affairs and Relations Experience
? Focused on Communicating and Influencing Brand Image, Public Policy, and Stakeholder Commitment
? Diplomatic | Persuasive and Articulate | Commercially and Organizationally Aware
Professional Progression and Highlighted Results
Illinois Air National Guard, Scott Air Force Base, IL January 2019 - Present
Wyoming Army National Guard, Cheyenne, WY June 2008 – June 2014
Public Affairs Broadcast Specialist (Part-Time)
? Served as the Public Affairs Officer for the 115th Fires Brigade commander and his staff, a duty customarily performed by a commissioned officer; led development and timely dissemination of internal and external communications.
? Provided public relations strategy support and developed publications, news releases, public awareness materials and public appearances for the Wyoming Army National Guard; improved relationships with the community by coordinating community outreach programs with units and the public.
? Aided the Tunisian Government, after the Arab Spring, to establish the first-ever Military Public Affairs Department in accordance with their country’s new constitution.
? Established effective and sustainable working relationships with media representatives, government, and local officials.
St. Charles School District, St. Charles, MO September 2018 - Present
Substitute Teacher
? Share public policy and broadcast experiences with students to increase learning.
? Follow and teach lesson plans assigned, by permanent teacher for students' in grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade.
4 Rivers Equipment, Cheyenne, WY July 2017 – June 2018
Legislative Liaison/Shop Supervisor (Relocated to St. Louis)
? Selected by company leadership to develop a legislative and regulatory strategy and execute efforts to influence public policy for state regulation of farm equipment parts manufacturing and repair services.
? Crafted implementation actions including lobbying, written and oral testimony, and stakeholder information sessions to achieve a shared vision and defeat Wyoming HB0091 “Right to Repair”.
? Worked across boundaries to build relationships with legislators on both sides of the aisle.
? Provide leadership, facilitate part and repair services, expedite daily scheduling and workflow for ~15 customer orders per day across seven full-time mechanics; guide mechanics decisions concerning repair and replacement of parts.
? Developed Excel-based tool list to manage, maintain and organize service department with an inventory value of $1.25million and over 100k parts.
WindyCityD------------, Chicago, IL Nov 2016 - May 2017
Self-Employed/Driver
? Meticulously tracked daily sales and expenses using Microsoft Excel; used historical data to target and strategize the most profitable regions and time of day to maximize revenues. Realized ~80% margin on all services provided.
? Communicated Uber’s policies and procedures with passengers and ensured customers arrived safely and timely at destination while creating customer satisfaction.
Grassroots Campaigns, Chicago, IL /Palm Beach County, FL/Cincinnati, OH June 2016 - November 2016
Assistant Canvass Director (Campaign Season)
? Developed clear and concise community and individual campaign communications to increase awareness of company’s mission.
? Increased voter participation by ~62k votes, a 10% increase over 2012; exceeded campaign goals by 25%.
? Directly recruited, hired, and supervised more than 125 canvassers to promote the campaign’s messages.
? Increased Cincinnati office canvasser recruitment in three days by 100%, leading to an increase in staff size by 50%.
Gillette Wild Junior Hockey, LLC, Gillette, WY Aug 2014 - June 2016
Director of Sales and Marketing/Public Address Announcer (Part-Time)
? Developed and implemented innovative sales and marketing strategies including Facebook sponsor mentions, increasing sales by 47%; utilized Facebook and YouTube videos to advertise the team and increase public awareness.
? Established relationships with strategic nonprofits to identify synergies between our respective missions.
? Identified target audiences and designed strategies to promote the team through radio, print and social media.
Keyhole Broadcasting, Gillette, WY March 2007 - June 2016
On-Air Broadcaster / Production / Operations
? Hosted live four-hour weekday morning show.
? Developed strategic communication plans that included important media opportunities, targeted outreach lists and detailed timelines consistent with the station’s overall PR strategy.
? Formulated, implemented and tracked on-air promotions to support and positively position the station’s clients.
? Award Best Single Commercial, Large Market, 2008 Wyoming Association of Broadcasters.
? Collaborated with community leaders to establish support for local charities, including the United Way of Campbell County and the Council of Community Services; established annual blood drive to build support for Police and Fire Departments.
? Creatively produced successful advertising campaigns and used social media to promote and create top of mind awareness.
? Currently maintain part-time work status as an advertising and commercial producer.
United States Army, Texas; South Oklahoma; Seoul, Republic of Korea; Germany
Public Affairs Broadcast Specialist Sept 1999 - Oct 2006
Cannon Crewmember June 1992 - June 1996
? Outlined various comprehensive communications strategies and identified opportunities to promote the Army’s reputation and protect its interests; tracked all public relations efforts.
? Supervised and coordinated Army, Navy, and Air Force television and radio personnel to generate positive media exposure.
? Produced radio, television and print products increasing soldiers, public, and media awareness and understanding of the Army.
? Served in various positions, including morning show host, newspaper journalist, television studio producer, radio news host, television news reporter, and supervisor.
? 2004 Department of Defense Thomas Jefferson Broadcast Journalism Award winner, Best Regional television newscast: “The AFN(Europe) Evening News.
? 2002 American Forces Network(Korea) Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter
Volunteer Work
Far West Equipment Dealers Association, Dixon, CA (Headquarters) March 2018 - Present
Legislative Liaison
? Chosen by the Board of Directors to serve and provide guidance, expertise, and advocacy within the private and public sector for a 1,500+ member nonprofit trade association; utilizing public relations, communications, and policy experience
US Global Leadership Coalition, Washington D.C. June 2017
State Leader
? One of two people chosen to represent Wyoming at the annual summit of 500+ state leaders and members of Congress to address military, diplomatic, economic, and government affairs, policies and efforts.
? Discussed, with U.S. Senators and U.S Representatives the need for our country’s strong leadership in the world and the need to sustain the current International Affairs Budget.
Campbell County Democratic Party, Cheyenne, WY March 2009 - March 2015
Chairman / Elected Position
? Served as a spokesperson for the party; coordinated voter outreach through voters-phone banks; participated in county and party fundraising, and presented at and facilitated various candidate forums on local issues.
Education
Webster University, St. Louis, MO Aug 2020
Graduate Certificate, Paralegal Studies
New England College, Henniker, NH Aug 2014
Master of Arts, Public Policy
Ashford University, Clinton, IA Jan 2013
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science and Government
Broadcast Center, St. Louis, MO Sept 1997
Certificate of Broadcast Arts
Certifications and Skills
Westlaw Fundamentals for Paralegals – Thomson Reuters(February 2019)
Substitute Certificate of License to Teach – Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (July 30, 2018)
Certificate of Completion – Wyoming Homeland Security, Public Information Office (April 2013)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere
Brian K. Ellison
901 Pettus Place
------------ St. Charles, MO 63------------
? 18 Years of Active Military and National Guard Service-15 Years of Public Affairs and Relations Experience
? Focused on Communicating and Influencing Brand Image, Public Policy, and Stakeholder Commitment
? Diplomatic | Persuasive and Articulate | Commercially and Organizationally Aware
Professional Progression and Highlighted Results
Illinois Air National Guard, Scott Air Force Base, IL January 2019 - Present
Wyoming Army National Guard, Cheyenne, WY June 2008 – June 2014
Public Affairs Broadcast Specialist (Part-Time)
? Served as the Public Affairs Officer for the 115th Fires Brigade commander and his staff, a duty customarily performed by a commissioned officer; led development and timely dissemination of internal and external communications.
? Provided public relations strategy support and developed publications, news releases, public awareness materials and public appearances for the Wyoming Army National Guard; improved relationships with the community by coordinating community outreach programs with units and the public.
? Aided the Tunisian Government, after the Arab Spring, to establish the first-ever Military Public Affairs Department in accordance with their country’s new constitution.
? Established effective and sustainable working relationships with media representatives, government, and local officials.
St. Charles School District, St. Charles, MO September 2018 - Present
Substitute Teacher
? Share public policy and broadcast experiences with students to increase learning.
? Follow and teach lesson plans assigned, by permanent teacher for students' in grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade.
4 Rivers Equipment, Cheyenne, WY July 2017 – June 2018
Legislative Liaison/Shop Supervisor (Relocated to St. Louis)
? Selected by company leadership to develop a legislative and regulatory strategy and execute efforts to influence public policy for state regulation of farm equipment parts manufacturing and repair services.
? Crafted implementation actions including lobbying, written and oral testimony, and stakeholder information sessions to achieve a shared vision and defeat Wyoming HB0091 “Right to Repair”.
? Worked across boundaries to build relationships with legislators on both sides of the aisle.
? Provide leadership, facilitate part and repair services, expedite daily scheduling and workflow for ~15 customer orders per day across seven full-time mechanics; guide mechanics decisions concerning repair and replacement of parts.
? Developed Excel-based tool list to manage, maintain and organize service department with an inventory value of $1.25million and over 100k parts.
WindyCityD------------, Chicago, IL Nov 2016 - May 2017
Self-Employed/Driver
? Meticulously tracked daily sales and expenses using Microsoft Excel; used historical data to target and strategize the most profitable regions and time of day to maximize revenues. Realized ~80% margin on all services provided.
? Communicated Uber’s policies and procedures with passengers and ensured customers arrived safely and timely at destination while creating customer satisfaction.
Grassroots Campaigns, Chicago, IL /Palm Beach County, FL/Cincinnati, OH June 2016 - November 2016
Assistant Canvass Director (Campaign Season)
? Developed clear and concise community and individual campaign communications to increase awareness of company’s mission.
? Increased voter participation by ~62k votes, a 10% increase over 2012; exceeded campaign goals by 25%.
? Directly recruited, hired, and supervised more than 125 canvassers to promote the campaign’s messages.
? Increased Cincinnati office canvasser recruitment in three days by 100%, leading to an increase in staff size by 50%.
Gillette Wild Junior Hockey, LLC, Gillette, WY Aug 2014 - June 2016
Director of Sales and Marketing/Public Address Announcer (Part-Time)
? Developed and implemented innovative sales and marketing strategies including Facebook sponsor mentions, increasing sales by 47%; utilized Facebook and YouTube videos to advertise the team and increase public awareness.
? Established relationships with strategic nonprofits to identify synergies between our respective missions.
? Identified target audiences and designed strategies to promote the team through radio, print and social media.
Keyhole Broadcasting, Gillette, WY March 2007 - June 2016
On-Air Broadcaster / Production / Operations
? Hosted live four-hour weekday morning show.
? Developed strategic communication plans that included important media opportunities, targeted outreach lists and detailed timelines consistent with the station’s overall PR strategy.
? Formulated, implemented and tracked on-air promotions to support and positively position the station’s clients.
? Award Best Single Commercial, Large Market, 2008 Wyoming Association of Broadcasters.
? Collaborated with community leaders to establish support for local charities, including the United Way of Campbell County and the Council of Community Services; established annual blood drive to build support for Police and Fire Departments.
? Creatively produced successful advertising campaigns and used social media to promote and create top of mind awareness.
? Currently maintain part-time work status as an advertising and commercial producer.
United States Army, Texas; South Oklahoma; Seoul, Republic of Korea; Germany
Public Affairs Broadcast Specialist Sept 1999 - Oct 2006
Cannon Crewmember June 1992 - June 1996
? Outlined various comprehensive communications strategies and identified opportunities to promote the Army’s reputation and protect its interests; tracked all public relations efforts.
? Supervised and coordinated Army, Navy, and Air Force television and radio personnel to generate positive media exposure.
? Produced radio, television and print products increasing soldiers, public, and media awareness and understanding of the Army.
? Served in various positions, including morning show host, newspaper journalist, television studio producer, radio news host, television news reporter, and supervisor.
? 2004 Department of Defense Thomas Jefferson Broadcast Journalism Award winner, Best Regional television newscast: “The AFN(Europe) Evening News.
? 2002 American Forces Network(Korea) Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter
Volunteer Work
Far West Equipment Dealers Association, Dixon, CA (Headquarters) March 2018 - Present
Legislative Liaison
? Chosen by the Board of Directors to serve and provide guidance, expertise, and advocacy within the private and public sector for a 1,500+ member nonprofit trade association; utilizing public relations, communications, and policy experience
US Global Leadership Coalition, Washington D.C. June 2017
State Leader
? One of two people chosen to represent Wyoming at the annual summit of 500+ state leaders and members of Congress to address military, diplomatic, economic, and government affairs, policies and efforts.
? Discussed, with U.S. Senators and U.S Representatives the need for our country’s strong leadership in the world and the need to sustain the current International Affairs Budget.
Campbell County Democratic Party, Cheyenne, WY March 2009 - March 2015
Chairman / Elected Position
? Served as a spokesperson for the party; coordinated voter outreach through voters-phone banks; participated in county and party fundraising, and presented at and facilitated various candidate forums on local issues.
Education
Webster University, St. Louis, MO Aug 2020
Graduate Certificate, Paralegal Studies
New England College, Henniker, NH Aug 2014
Master of Arts, Public Policy
Ashford University, Clinton, IA Jan 2013
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science and Government
Broadcast Center, St. Louis, MO Sept 1997
Certificate of Broadcast Arts
Certifications and Skills
Westlaw Fundamentals for Paralegals – Thomson Reuters(February 2019)
Substitute Certificate of License to Teach – Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (July 30, 2018)
Certificate of Completion – Wyoming Homeland Security, Public Information Office (April 2013)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere