Cindy Hanson

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Communications and public affairs professional with more than 20 years’ experience supporting organisations across public health, government, and community sectors.

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Communications and public affairs professional with more than 20 years’ experience supporting organisations across public health, government, and community sectors. Trusted advisor to senior leaders on media engagement, public messaging, and stakeholder communication in complex and high-visibility environments. Known for translating complex issues into clear, credible communication that strengthens public understanding and institutional trust.

  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

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

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Projects · 1

Work experience· 7 roles

Training Coordinator · Orbit MarketingJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Short-term transitional role supporting promotional team coordination and training delivery.

Public Information Officer · Guam Memorial Hospital AuthorityJan 2022 – Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Served as hospital spokesperson and led Communications & Public Affairs for a government hospital system. Led media relations and public messaging for a government hospital system serving a diverse regional community. Advised executive leadership on crisis and emergency communications. Managed public information during high-profile and sensitive situations. Developed public education materials, newsletters, and stakeholder communications. Strengthened community trust through consistent and transparent messaging.

Communications & Social Media Specialist · Guam Regional Medical CityJan 2017 – Jan 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Led hospital communications strategy and digital engagement initiatives. Managed media relations and crisis communications. Developed patient-facing materials and internal communications. Supported executive leadership with messaging and public engagement.

Legislative Research Analyst & Communications Advisor · 31st Guam LegislatureJan 2010 – Jan 2011 · 1 yr 1 mo
Editor & Media Liaison · Office of the Governor of GuamJan 2009 – Jan 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo
Founder & Communications Consultant · Independent Media & Advocacy WorkJan 1994 – Present · 32 yrs 11 mos
Program Director / Production Manager / Senior Account Manager · Various (Radio broadcasting, advertising, and production management)Jan 1983 – Jan 2006 · 23 yrs 1 mo

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Communication w. emphasis on mass media, journalism · University of Guam2001 – 2004
Mass Communication Studies · University of Canterbury2030 – 2026

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