Sydney N.

Senior Communications & Brand Strategy Leader | Corporate Communications, Brand Marketing & Employee Engagement

New York, New York, United States

About

As a Communications and Brand Strategy Leader, I have successfully led integrated communication and brand marketing efforts to support business growth and strengthen organizational culture. I specialize in developing strategies that drive brand advocacy, enhance internal and external communications, and foster employee engagement through innovative, multimedia storytelling. My experience spans working with C-suite executives, creating high-impact campaigns, and simplifying complex concepts to align with business objectives.

Experience

  • Director, Internal Communications & Engagement at Citadel
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

  • Rising Professionals Regional Lead, North America at SitusAMC Employee Resource Group
    Sep 2024 - Mar 2025 · 7 mos

  • SitusAMC (New York, United States)
    • Vice President, Corporate Communications & Brand Marketing
      Jul 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

    • Assistant Vice President, Community Engagement (Internal & External Communications)
      Feb 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

      • Engaging employees through comprehensive programs and strategic communications that reinforce company culture, foster brand ambassadors, and inspire and educate. Key implementations and responsibilities: • Launched a robust employee communication strategy with effective segmentation, managing ongoing communications for various employee programs and departments, and leading the production of the monthly internal company newsletter. • Launched an elevated corporate intranet with Microsoft Teams integration, serving as a centralized hub for keeping everyone connected and informed. • Moderating quarterly Town Halls to help ensure awareness and understanding of the brand, business, and corporate / cultural initiatives. • Supporting the broader Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, striving to create a positive impact within the community. • Developing and sharing consistent and creative content series and stories on external platforms, such as LinkedIn and Instagram.

  • Women's Empowerment Network's Communications Co-Chair at SitusAMC Employee Resource Group
    May 2023 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr

    • Served on the WEN Board, responsible for the strategy and execution of communications to help foster effective communication and promote engagement with current and prospective members.

  • Kohl's (Full-time · 1 yr 1 mo)
    • Senior Internal Communications Coordinator
      Nov 2021 - Feb 2022 · 4 mos

      • Created and executed analytics-based communication strategies on initiatives spanning diversity, equity and inclusion, community relations, marketing, merchandising, talent development/acquisition, human resources, sustainability, and omnichannel, effectively engaging an audience of 140,000 associates. • Crafted executive communications focused on emulating tone of voice and stylistic nuances. • Amplified Kohl’s DEI narrative through enterprise-wide communications, leveraging multimedia storytelling techniques. • Served as the content developer for the successful launch of the “Be Well at Kohl’s” mental health and well-being initiative, contributing to an enhanced workplace culture. • Managed a weekly associate-facing recap email resulting in an 11% increase in readership over the course of the year. • Oversaw the corporate intranet and provided timely updates on crucial information related to COVID-19, OSHA vaccine guidance, return to office protocols, and more.

    • Internal Communications Coordinator
      Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo