I am Barbara Murphy, a communications and marketing leader based in Nassau, Bahamas, with over 15 years of experience across advertising agencies, media houses, and multinational organizations. I excel at translating complex topics into clear, persuasive copy and managing global campaigns, crisis communications, and executive storytelling. I lead cross-functional teams, build compelling content strategies for internal and external audiences, and forge strong government and private sector relations. Fluent in both British and American English, I am proficient with MS Office and various digital tools.

Barbara V. Murphy

I am Barbara Murphy, a communications and marketing leader based in Nassau, Bahamas, with over 15 years of experience across advertising agencies, media houses, and multinational organizations. I excel at translating complex topics into clear, persuasive copy and managing global campaigns, crisis communications, and executive storytelling. I lead cross-functional teams, build compelling content strategies for internal and external audiences, and forge strong government and private sector relations. Fluent in both British and American English, I am proficient with MS Office and various digital tools.

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I am Barbara Murphy, a communications and marketing leader based in Nassau, Bahamas, with over 15 years of experience across advertising agencies, media houses, and multinational organizations. I excel at translating complex topics into clear, persuasive copy and managing global campaigns, crisis communications, and executive storytelling.

I lead cross-functional teams, build compelling content strategies for internal and external audiences, and forge strong government and private sector relations. Fluent in both British and American English, I am proficient with MS Office and various digital tools.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Lead at Blue Orchid Advertising Agency
January 1, 2024 - Present
Key member of the Nassau-based agency team. Managed 360-degree global social media campaigns for World Relays on the official pages @wabahamas24; authored athlete features for The Nassau Tribune and World Athletics; developed comprehensive public relations plans for the Local Organizing Committee including radio/TV scripts, ads, and reactive crisis messaging; collaborated with Bahamas Ministry of Tourism to boost awareness and ticket sales; produced marketing content for billboards, email blasts, flyers and events; coordinated with World Athletics in Monaco and sponsors such as Asics and Dentsu.
Senior Communications Manager at Swiss Re
May 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023
Developed content strategies for internal and external communications and refined CEO and executive communications; led global campaigns on LinkedIn, driving follower growth; contributed to ReAssure IPO preparation with centralized communication and stakeholder approvals; managed crisis communications for IPO cancellation with neutral coverage; led end-to-end social media campaigns with interviews, research, execution, and analytics.
Communications Manager at Robeco
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017
Delivered content across equity sales, research, and sustainability; drafted press releases, Q&As, speeches, and marketing materials; managed global LinkedIn campaigns and media relations; produced articles on robotics, gender equality, climate, water investments, and agriculture for public dissemination.
Financial Consultant at Rathbones
May 1, 2006 - May 1, 2014
Generated succinct research reports and client communications; facilitated investor calls, pre/post-sale processes, and website content; conducted derivatives consulting and hedging for large private equity and property clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Colgate University
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

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Industry Experience

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