William Dillon

Strategic Communications Leader | Driving Corporate, Leader, and Tech Narratives | Change & Transformation

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About

I’m a strategic communications leader with over a decade of experience helping organizations communicate change, drive adoption, and align their people to what matters. I specialize in turning complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives and working with executive leadership teams to develop messaging for high-impact initiatives, build communications ecosystems, and drive campaigns. I believe communication is business-critical and, when done right, it doesn’t just inform, it inspires to action. I'd love to connect with you. Let’s talk.

Experience

  • Manager, Corporate Communications at The Hershey Company
    Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

  • Adjunct Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University
    Dec 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

    Explores storytelling approaches using multimedia tools and technology used in public relations. Discuss industry trends in digital, online, and mobile communications.

  • Manager, Communication Channels and Technology at Walgreens
    Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr

    - Lead internal communication strategy for digital transformation, AI initiatives, and enterprise campaigns - Manage internal channels and support executive messaging - Partner cross-functionally across HR, Tech, Legal, and Operations to drive communication impact - Built content performance dashboards and reporting systems for leadership visibility

  • Communications Associate at Capital One
    Nov 2021 - Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    - Led internal communications for enterprise technology and M&A initiatives - Supported leadership executive messaging - Directed programmatic storytelling and internal awards campaigns - Created content for internal platforms and helped shape organizational narratives

  • Marketing & Communications Specialist at Thomas Jefferson Foundation
    Apr 2019 - Nov 2021 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Manage the seamless execution of communication strategies to reach key stakeholders through creative and impactful storytelling.