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Thomas Smith
Intercultural Communications Consultant/ Trainer
Beijing,China
Summary
For the last 15 years, Thomas has helped organizations expand into new markets domestically and internationally. As an intercultural communications consultant, I have successfully developed multiple organizations' international brands by employing strategic intercultural communications. Intercomm LLC. 北京市碰撞机文化咨询有限公司, exists to develop communications of Chinese companies to foreign markets. Thomas aims to amplify brand's international outreach by implementing cultural values and communication preferences of new target markets.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages
Work History
Intercomm Consulting LLC. 北京市碰撞机文化咨询有限公司
Founder, Intercultural Communications Consultant
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Recently established LLC, Intercomm 北京市碰撞机文化咨询有限公司 provides market driven communications strategy and intercultural management training to organizations looking to expand into new markets.
- Copy and Content Writing.
- Culturally Driven Marketing/ Communications Strategy.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence
锦食送 JinShiSong (JSS)
Expatriate Communications Manager
10.2018 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Analyzed market data to inform strategic differences in communications decisions between expatriate and Chinese national application users.
- Developed communications strategies to effectively communicate JSS value proposition to expatriates living in Beijing and Shanghai.
- Built and maintained relationships with key Beijing restaurant owners.
- Led public relations and communications team of 10. Wrote engaging and successful press releases.
- Oversaw social media presence on Facebook and WeChat.
- Reviewed marketing materials and documents for brand accuracy and trending design, cultivating strong corporate image and identity.
- Fostered positive relationships with key business journalists including The Beijinger.
- Managed editorial calendars PR events such as Pizza, Spicy, and Burger Festivals in Beijing.
Linko Talent
Corporate Communications Trainer
08.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Consulted multiple international auto companies in China with their intercultural communication.
- Trained and supervised BFDA writing team.
- Performed needs analysis of BFDA communications to develop and
implement effective communication of KPIs. - Worked inter-departmentally of Engineering, HR, and Marketing.
- Due to CoVid 19, Linko had to downsize.
C.S.N. Engineering
Intercultural Communications Consultant
01.2010 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Created presentations for foreign stakeholders.
- Commissioned market research and oversaw market data analysis.
- Taught business and economics lessons as professional development
- Created and implemented plans to increase brand awareness to foreign companies operating in Thailand.
- Wrote persuasive copy for banking website brochures, white papers, and advertisements to increase product awareness of options to foreigners.
- Operationalized Content Management Systems (CMS) for optimal communications effectiveness.
- Created original, engaging articles, content for website, emails, and banner ads that were succinct, informative, and easy to read.
Education
上海外国语大学 Shanghai International Studies University, 上海中国 Shanghai, China
Master's of Intercultural Communications from Intercultural Communications
07.2017 - 08.2019
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
Bachelor's of Arts and Sciences from Literature, Linguistics, German
05.2000 - 07.2005
Skills
Digital marketing
undefinedSoftware
Microsoft Office Applications
Final Cut Pro
Interests
Travel Blogging/ Photography/ Video Editing
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Timeline
Founder, Intercultural Communications Consultant
Intercomm Consulting LLC. 北京市碰撞机文化咨询有限公司
01.2021 - Current
Corporate Communications Trainer
Linko Talent
08.2019 - 07.2020
Expatriate Communications Manager
锦食送 JinShiSong (JSS)
10.2018 - 10.2021
上海外国语大学 Shanghai International Studies University
Master's of Intercultural Communications from Intercultural Communications
07.2017 - 08.2019
Intercultural Communications Consultant
C.S.N. Engineering
01.2010 - 07.2015
The University of Alabama
Bachelor's of Arts and Sciences from Literature, Linguistics, German
05.2000 - 07.2005
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