I'm a strategic communications professional with 8+ years of global experience spanning press release distribution, brand messaging, healthcare marketing, and content development. I craft compelling narratives, manage cross-functional communications projects, and drive brand visibility across sectors. I bring strong cross-cultural expertise with fluency in Mandarin and a background in the China market, translating complex information into clear, engaging messaging that resonates with diverse audiences. I excel at turning ideas into integrated campaigns that are data-driven and outcomes-focused, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful communications strategies for multinational brands.…

Chris Lawlor

I'm a strategic communications professional with 8+ years of global experience spanning press release distribution, brand messaging, healthcare marketing, and content development. I craft compelling narratives, manage cross-functional communications projects, and drive brand visibility across sectors. I bring strong cross-cultural expertise with fluency in Mandarin and a background in the China market, translating complex information into clear, engaging messaging that resonates with diverse audiences. I excel at turning ideas into integrated campaigns that are data-driven and outcomes-focused, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful communications strategies for multinational brands.…

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I’m a strategic communications professional with 8+ years of global experience spanning press release distribution, brand messaging, healthcare marketing, and content development. I craft compelling narratives, manage cross-functional communications projects, and drive brand visibility across sectors. I bring strong cross-cultural expertise with fluency in Mandarin and a background in the China market, translating complex information into clear, engaging messaging that resonates with diverse audiences.

I excel at turning ideas into integrated campaigns that are data-driven and outcomes-focused, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful communications strategies for multinational brands.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Strategist at Cision – PR Newswire
November 1, 2020 - Present
Write and edit press releases for multinational clients across finance, healthcare, tech, and consumer industries. Leverage Cision’s suite of solutions—press release distribution, media monitoring, social listening, primary research, paid placement, and OOH advertising—to deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to regional and international clients. Manage a pool of freelance writers; review editorial consistency and alignment with client goals. Develop global communications strategies, pitch decks, and media monitoring reports. Coordinate with client-facing teams to ensure alignment with media KPIs and market objectives.
Associate Brand & Marketing Communications Manager at United Family Healthcare
November 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Led integrated communications across a network of 8 hospitals and 14 clinics. Developed content for web, social, medical newsletters, CME, and internal comms. Managed healthcare crisis communications, media campaigns, and content localization. Collaborated with external vendors to execute branding projects on time and budget.
Founder & Managing Director at Celtic Golf Luxury Tours – Beijing, China
March 1, 2016 - September 23, 2025
Founded and operated a tourism SME catering to high-end golf travel between China and Ireland. Oversaw all branding, digital marketing, vendor relations, and training of sales staff.
Communications Manager at EduGlobal China – Beijing, China
September 1, 2011 - September 23, 2025
Created bilingual marketing materials, led sales pitches, and trained client service teams. Supported strategic partnerships with international education institutions.
Corporate English & Soft Skills Trainer at FESCO (Beijing Foreign Enterprise HR)
August 1, 2010 - September 23, 2025
Delivered executive-level communications training to global firms including Microsoft and Lenovo. Customized content and presented HR feedback reports on learner progress.
Business English Trainer at Heilongjiang Institute of Business Technology
May 1, 2006 - September 23, 2025
Delivered business-focused English curriculum to undergraduate students.
Communications Strategist at Cision – PR Newswire
November 1, 2020 - Present
Write and edit press releases for multinational clients across finance, healthcare, tech, and consumer industries. Leverage Cision’s suite of solutions—including press release distribution, media monitoring, social listening, primary research, paid placement, and OOH advertising—to deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to regional and international clients. Manage a pool of freelance writers; review editorial consistency and alignment with client goals. Develop global communications strategies, pitch decks, and media monitoring reports. Coordinate with client-facing teams to ensure alignment with media KPIs and market objectives.
Associate Brand & Marketing Communications Manager at United Family Healthcare
November 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Led integrated communications across a network of 8 hospitals and 14 clinics. Developed content for web, social, medical newsletters, CME, and internal comms. Managed healthcare crisis comms, media campaigns, and content localization. Collaborated with external vendors to execute branding projects on time and budget.
Founder & Managing Director at ChinaCeltic Golf Luxury Tours
March 1, 2016 - September 23, 2025
Founded and operated a tourism SME catering to high-end golf travel between China and Ireland. Oversaw all branding, digital marketing, vendor relations, and training of sales staff.
Communications Manager at EduGlobal China
September 1, 2011 - September 23, 2025
Created bilingual marketing materials, led sales pitches, and trained client service teams. Supported strategic partnerships with international education institutions.
Corporate English & Soft Skills Trainer at FESCO (Beijing Foreign Enterprise HR)
August 1, 2010 - September 23, 2025
Delivered executive-level communications training to global firms including Microsoft and Lenovo. Customized content and presented detailed HR feedback reports on learner progress.
Business English Trainer at Heilongjiang Institute of Business Technology
May 1, 2006 - September 23, 2025
Delivered business-focused English curriculum to undergraduate students.
Communications Strategist at Cision – PR Newswire
November 1, 2020 - Present
Write and edit press releases for multinational clients across finance, healthcare, tech, and consumer industries. Leverage Cision’s suite of solutions—including press release distribution, media monitoring, social listening, primary research, paid placement, and OOH advertising—to deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to regional and international clients across the communications spectrum. Manage a pool of freelance writers; review and ensure editorial consistency and alignment with client goals. Develop global communications strategies, pitch decks, and media monitoring reports. Coordinate with client-facing teams to ensure alignment with media KPIs and market objectives.
Associate Brand & Marketing Communications Manager at United Family Healthcare – Beijing, China
November 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Led integrated communications across a network of 8 hospitals and 14 clinics. Developed content for web, social, medical newsletters, CME, and internal comms. Managed healthcare crisis comms, media campaigns, and content localization. Collaborated with external vendors to execute branding projects on time and budget.
Founder & Managing Director at ChinaCeltic Golf Luxury Tours – Beijing, China
March 1, 2016 - September 23, 2025
Founded and operated a tourism SME catering to high-end golf travel between China and Ireland. Oversaw all branding, digital marketing, vendor relations, and training of sales staff.
Communications Manager at EduGlobal China – Beijing, China
September 1, 2011 - September 23, 2025
Created bilingual marketing materials, led sales pitches, and trained client service teams. Supported strategic partnerships with international education institutions.
Corporate English & Soft Skills Trainer at FESCO (Beijing Foreign Enterprise HR) – Beijing, China
August 1, 2010 - September 23, 2025
Delivered executive-level communications training to global firms including Microsoft and Lenovo. Customized content and presented detailed HR feedback reports on learner progress.
Business English Trainer at Heilongjiang Institute of Business Technology – Harbin, China
May 1, 2006 - September 23, 2025
Delivered business-focused English curriculum to undergraduate students.

Education

B.A. in Communications (Creative Interactive Multimedia) at Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
B.A. in Communications (Creative Interactive Multimedia) at Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
B.A. in Communications (Creative Interactive Multimedia) at Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003

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Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality

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