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I am Wesley E. Thompson, a strategic communications professional with 6+ years of experience driving media relations, crisis communications, and public engagement. I excel at building stakeholder trust and amplifying organizational initiatives. As a FEMA spokesperson during disaster response, I delivered timely information across regional broadcast and print outlets and helped thousands of residents access disaster assistance. I thrive in fast-paced environments and collaborate with executives, program teams, and community partners to craft messaging that informs, engages, and motivates action. I am proficient with AP style and a range of digital tools to amplify programs and stakeholder engagement.…I am Wesley E. Thompson, a strategic communications professional with 6+ years of experience driving media relations, crisis communications, and public engagement. I excel at building stakeholder trust and amplifying organizational initiatives. As a FEMA spokesperson during disaster response, I delivered timely information across regional broadcast and print outlets and helped thousands of residents access disaster assistance. I thrive in fast-paced environments and collaborate with executives, program teams, and community partners to craft messaging that informs, engages, and motivates action. I am proficient with AP style and a range of digital tools to amplify programs and stakeholder engagement.

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I am Wesley E. Thompson, a strategic communications professional with 6+ years of experience driving media relations, crisis communications, and public engagement. I excel at building stakeholder trust and amplifying organizational initiatives. As a FEMA spokesperson during disaster response, I delivered timely information across regional broadcast and print outlets and helped thousands of residents access disaster assistance. I thrive in fast-paced environments and collaborate with executives, program teams, and community partners to craft messaging that informs, engages, and motivates action. I am proficient with AP style and a range of digital tools to amplify programs and stakeholder engagement.…I am Wesley E. Thompson, a strategic communications professional with 6+ years of experience driving media relations, crisis communications, and public engagement. I excel at building stakeholder trust and amplifying organizational initiatives. As a FEMA spokesperson during disaster response, I delivered timely information across regional broadcast and print outlets and helped thousands of residents access disaster assistance. I thrive in fast-paced environments and collaborate with executives, program teams, and community partners to craft messaging that informs, engages, and motivates action. I am proficient with AP style and a range of digital tools to amplify programs and stakeholder engagement.

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I am Wesley E. Thompson, a strategic communications professional with 6+ years of experience driving media relations, crisis communications, and public engagement. I excel at building stakeholder trust and amplifying organizational initiatives. As a FEMA spokesperson during disaster response, I delivered timely information across regional broadcast and print outlets and helped thousands of residents access disaster assistance.

I thrive in fast-paced environments and collaborate with executives, program teams, and community partners to craft messaging that informs, engages, and motivates action. I am proficient with AP style and a range of digital tools to amplify programs and stakeholder engagement.

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Work Experience

Media Relations Specialist (Reservist) at Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Official FEMA spokesperson during disaster response operations, delivering timely public information and conducting media interviews across regional broadcast and print outlets. Drafted press releases, media advisories, and crisis-communication messaging to support national disaster response initiatives. Represented FEMA at community briefings and Speaker Bureau engagements, increasing awareness of disaster assistance programs among thousands of impacted residents. Interviews included ABC Action News, Spectrum News 9, and Tampa Bay Times.

Communications & Development Lead at Uplift Solutions

April 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023

Led organizational communications strategy for nonprofit programs addressing food insecurity, workforce reentry, and health equity across Philadelphia; produced press releases, newsletters, and multi‑channel campaigns; managed media outreach and cultivated relationships with local journalists to increase earned media visibility; directed messaging for fundraising events and public programs reaching thousands of participants and supporters.

Strategic Communications Specialist at Philadelphia Youth Network

May 1, 2018 - April 1, 2021

Developed communications strategies supporting citywide youth workforce initiatives; produced public‑facing materials including reports, blogs, digital toolkits, and storytelling; managed social media and digital messaging to increase engagement with youth participants, educators, and workforce partners; analyzed audience engagement metrics to optimize messaging and improve digital reach.

Communications Specialist at Uprise Communications

January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018

Managed public relations and digital campaigns for nonprofit and advocacy clients; developed media kits, press releases, blogs, and op‑eds; implemented digital messaging initiatives that expanded client visibility.

Communications & Events Specialist at After‑School All‑Stars

September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Supported communications campaigns promoting youth enrichment and after‑school programming across underserved communities; coordinated outreach events and communications materials that increased student participation and parent engagement.

Committee Member at Dobbins Technical High School – Community Leadership Occupational Advisory Committee

January 1, 2025 - Present

Collaborate with educators and industry professionals to advise on curriculum development, career readiness initiatives, and professional exposure opportunities for students pursuing a career in fashion.

Community Advisory Board Member at Youth Health Empowerment Project (Y‑HEP)

January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2020

Advised community initiatives focused on HIV awareness, prevention education, and testing access for Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community.