As a Public Relations professional with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in crafting impactful narratives and driving brand awareness across diverse industries. I have experience leading organizations and Public Relations and Marketing teams in a variety of areas, including media relations, social media, crisis management, internal communication, and public affairs. I am driven by a commitment to fostering meaningful connections and elevating organizational visibility through high-impact publicity and strategic communication. At Project Access, I lead all public and media relations efforts, develop press materials, and manage crisis communications to enhance the organization’s positive image. My work includes creating compelling content to engage stakeholders and amplify our mission nationwide. Previously, at Toastmasters International, I managed high-profile media campaigns that secured billions of impressions across major outlets such as CNN, The Today Show and The New York Times. My collaborative efforts supported both global PR volunteers and internal teams, ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment.…

Dennis Olson

As a Public Relations professional with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in crafting impactful narratives and driving brand awareness across diverse industries. I have experience leading organizations and Public Relations and Marketing teams in a variety of areas, including media relations, social media, crisis management, internal communication, and public affairs. I am driven by a commitment to fostering meaningful connections and elevating organizational visibility through high-impact publicity and strategic communication. At Project Access, I lead all public and media relations efforts, develop press materials, and manage crisis communications to enhance the organization’s positive image. My work includes creating compelling content to engage stakeholders and amplify our mission nationwide. Previously, at Toastmasters International, I managed high-profile media campaigns that secured billions of impressions across major outlets such as CNN, The Today Show and The New York Times. My collaborative efforts supported both global PR volunteers and internal teams, ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment.…

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As a Public Relations professional with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in crafting impactful narratives and driving brand awareness across diverse industries. I have experience leading organizations and Public Relations and Marketing teams in a variety of areas, including media relations, social media, crisis management, internal communication, and public affairs. I am driven by a commitment to fostering meaningful connections and elevating organizational visibility through high-impact publicity and strategic communication.

At Project Access, I lead all public and media relations efforts, develop press materials, and manage crisis communications to enhance the organization’s positive image. My work includes creating compelling content to engage stakeholders and amplify our mission nationwide.

Previously, at Toastmasters International, I managed high-profile media campaigns that secured billions of impressions across major outlets such as CNN, The Today Show and The New York Times. My collaborative efforts supported both global PR volunteers and internal teams, ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Public Relations Consultant at Project Access
January 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Public relations, media relations, social media, and crisis management for the organization. Create and distribute all press materials including press releases, media advisories, and press kits. Lead publicity campaigns to raise awareness of the organization and its Resource Centers in the United States.
Senior Public Relations Manager at Bolt Public Relations
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Responsible for PR, media relations, and social media. Created and distributed press materials including press releases, press kits, and media advisories. Secured extensive media coverage with impressions on CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, Time Magazine, The Today Show, and The Wall Street Journal. Managed media requests and supported internal and external events. Led the social media team.
Senior Public Relations Specialist at Bolt Public Relations
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Managed PR and media relations for the pet insurance division. Created and distributed company press materials; press releases, press kits, and media advisories. Produced original content and provided daily updates to the company website, social media accounts, and blogs. Secured over three billion media impressions, including coverage on CNN, The New York Times, People Magazine, The Today Show, and Yahoo.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at California State University, Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other