I am a strategic communications and presentation development consultant with 15+ years of experience helping organizations and executive leaders translate complex business strategy, analytics, and insights into clear, persuasive narratives. I partner with C-level leaders and cross-functional teams to structure thinking, refine messaging, and develop high-impact decks, reports, proposals, and communication systems across financial services, consulting-adjacent environments, digital platforms, wellness, and education. I combine analytical rigor with strong visual execution to ensure deliverables are polished, logically sequenced, and aligned with business objectives. I work across diverse teams and geographies, delivering rapid iterations, thoughtful storytelling, and brand-aligned visuals that drive decisions and growth.

Crisley Thome

I am a strategic communications and presentation development consultant with 15+ years of experience helping organizations and executive leaders translate complex business strategy, analytics, and insights into clear, persuasive narratives. I partner with C-level leaders and cross-functional teams to structure thinking, refine messaging, and develop high-impact decks, reports, proposals, and communication systems across financial services, consulting-adjacent environments, digital platforms, wellness, and education. I combine analytical rigor with strong visual execution to ensure deliverables are polished, logically sequenced, and aligned with business objectives. I work across diverse teams and geographies, delivering rapid iterations, thoughtful storytelling, and brand-aligned visuals that drive decisions and growth.

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I am a strategic communications and presentation development consultant with 15+ years of experience helping organizations and executive leaders translate complex business strategy, analytics, and insights into clear, persuasive narratives. I partner with C-level leaders and cross-functional teams to structure thinking, refine messaging, and develop high-impact decks, reports, proposals, and communication systems across financial services, consulting-adjacent environments, digital platforms, wellness, and education.

I combine analytical rigor with strong visual execution to ensure deliverables are polished, logically sequenced, and aligned with business objectives. I work across diverse teams and geographies, delivering rapid iterations, thoughtful storytelling, and brand-aligned visuals that drive decisions and growth.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Marketing & Strategic Communications Consultant | Executive Content & Presentation Specialist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provide strategic communication, executive content development, and presentation design support to organizations and senior professionals across multiple industries. Lead development of strategic presentation decks for board updates, proposals, investor discussions, internal alignment, and client-facing initiatives. Develop structured written content—frameworks, executive summaries, training materials, and problem-solving documents—aligned with business objectives. Structure and synthesize complex executive input into clear presentations and reports; assess logic and coherence; identify gaps and improve rigor. Manage multiple concurrent projects independently and deliver iterative refinements under deadline constraints; collaborate asynchronously with stakeholders in sprint-based workflows.
Project Manager, Communications & Events at Safra National Bank of New York
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Led complex, cross-functional initiatives spanning communications, marketing, compliance, and operations across the U.S. and Latin America. Planned and executed high-stakes, executive- and client-facing initiatives under real business constraints, balancing clarity, accuracy, and feasibility. Evaluated messaging, narratives, and documentation to ensure outputs met executive and regulatory expectations. Coordinated distributed teams across geographies and time zones, ensuring consistency and quality across deliverables.
Executive Project Manager at Lavillie Wellness Center
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Led the end-to-end implementation of a new business operation from business plan through launch, operating in an internal consulting capacity. Worked closely with leadership to define objectives, scope, priorities, and success criteria. Conducted business analysis, structured operational processes, and advised on compliance, vendor selection, and systems implementation. Translated strategic intent into executable plans across multiple functional areas.
Managing Partner at Escola de Dança Edson Carneiro
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014
Co-founded and led operations for a large educational and cultural organization, overseeing strategy, communications, brand development, and large-scale productions. Directed institutional messaging and organizational growth across a multidisciplinary team. Translated artistic vision into structured programs, branded experiences, and sustainable operational systems. Led production of four large-scale international dance congresses and multiple performances. Managed staff development, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
Project Manager – International Programs at Philip Morris Brasil (VIA FSK CONSULTING)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Led the first Latin American implementation of a global marketing platform under strict regulatory and legal constraints. Coordinated multidisciplinary, multicultural teams across multiple countries, acting as the primary interface between regional stakeholders and global headquarters. Conducted business analysis, gathered requirements, and translated regulatory and business needs into structured implementation plans. Leveraged cultural awareness to align diverse stakeholders and deliver standardized outcomes across regions.
Project Manager – Technology & Operations at Safra National Bank of New York
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Worked across executive leadership, operations, compliance, and IT to analyze needs and design structured solutions. Led KYC system development and implementation, including requirements definition, vendor coordination, QA, and testing. Produced documentation, process flows, and governance materials aligned with organizational standards. Spent six months embedded with Brazilian operations to support full migration of systems, processes, and workflows, ensuring continuity and operational stability.

Education

BS, Business Administration & Management Information Systems at SUNY Empire State College
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Certificate in Systems Analysis & Design at SUNY University at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) — PMI
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Adobe Photoshop Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Adobe Illustrator Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Adobe InDesign Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Certificate in Systems Analysis & Design — SUNY University at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Financial Services, Healthcare