Beatrice Bernescut

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I am Beatrice Bernescut, a communications professional with over 20 years of experience in communications, project management, and event coordination.

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I am Beatrice Bernescut, a communications professional with over 20 years of experience in communications, project management, and event coordination. I help goals-driven leaders by turning complex ideas into clear messages, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering impactful external and internal communications. I am fluent in English and French and bring a global mindset, pragmatic optimism, and a relentless commitment to continuous learning.

My work spans NGOs, international health organizations, and corporate settings, including WHO, Global Fund, IFRC, and multinational campaigns. I value open communication and collaborative problem-solving, lead teams, manage vendors and budgets, and craft engaging content and events that align with leadership objectives.

  • 26 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • FrenchFluent

Industry experience

  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Healthcare
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 5 roles

Director of Communications · FINDOct 2024 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

Prepare and develop communications materials for external stakeholder presentations; anticipate needs and proactively address challenges for senior management; organize and plan events; coordinate cross-team efforts for invitations, program development, and on-site execution; develop innovative event concepts aligned with leadership objectives; provide senior leadership with background and talking points; manage vendor relationships, budgeting, and logistics for internal events; drive internal communications and culture through FIND Flash newsletter; organize staff events; develop communication strategies for key audiences; lead a team of 3 staff and 8 external consultants to ensure timely, quality delivery across multiple projects.

Head of Communications · W3: Wordsmithing | Workflow | Words Out LoudJan 2017 – Dec 2024 · 8 yrs

Led strategy and management for editorial services, project management, and public speaking/facilitation for clients including WHO, Soul Machines, IFRC, UHC2030, Global Fund, and various NGOs; developed and executed campaigns, content strategies, and digital/social media initiatives; produced Primary News! and other publications; managed multi-language content and stakeholder engagement across diverse organizations.

Communications and Publishing Specialist · The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and MalariaJan 2003 – Dec 2017 · 15 yrs

Strategy and management of corporate messaging internally and externally; oversaw 100+ projects per year across 7 languages; developed brand and style guides; produced educational experiences and publications; managed public relations and stakeholder communications; coordinated international exhibits and vendor partnerships; contributed to organizational rebranding and communications improvements.

Freelance Communications Consultant · Geneva, SwitzerlandJan 2002 – Dec 2003 · 2 yrs
European Marketing Associate · Thunderbird School of Global Management (Archamps, France)Jan 1999 – Dec 2002 · 4 yrs

Education

MBA in International Business · Thunderbird School of Global Management2030 – 1990
BSBA in Hotel Management · University of Denver2030 – 1981

Certifications and awards

Advanced Diploma in Social Media Marketing2020 – 2026

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