Bridget Owusu Barnie, MBA

Phone: 914-433-3681  

Email: bridgets1234@gmail.com 

Portfolio:bridgetportfolio.org

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Strategic Communications Leader with over 9 years of experience driving high-stakes outreach in oil & gas, government, healthcare, and education. Expert in translating complex regulatory frameworks into high-impact digital messaging and managing multi-state stakeholder engagement.Proven track record of leading national conferences and leveraging data-driven web analytics to optimize public information strategies. Dedicated to operational excellence, evidenced by zero audit findings in highly regulated environments.


CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Strategic Communications: Multi-state stakeholder engagement, executive messaging, and crisis communications.

  • Digital Strategy: Website CMS management, SEO optimization, and web analytics (traffic patterns, bounce rates).

  • Public Affairs: National conference coordination, speaker management, and public information officer leadership.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Expert knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and complex government health service protocols.

  • Leadership & Collaboration: Directing geographically dispersed teams and facilitating virtual town halls for industry partners.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC)

Vice President of Public Outreach | February 2023 – February 2025 

  • National Outreach Leadership: Spearheaded large-scale campaigns to educate stakeholders and the public on oil and gas safety and environmental regulations.

  • Conference Directorship: Coordinated speakers from all 50 U.S. states for major bi-annual conferences, managing complex logistics and unified messaging.

  • Digital Ecosystem Management: Managed organizational web content, ensuring brand consistency and SEO optimization across resource libraries and news updates.

  • Data-Driven Optimization: Conducted deep-dive web analytics queries to identify traffic patterns and refine high-impact digital messaging strategies.

  • Executive Advisory: Developed high-level slide decks, talking points, and press materials to position leadership as trusted industry spokespeople.

  • Strategic Planning: Created content calendars to synchronize policy updates and educational initiatives across national teams.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitated virtual town halls and webinars, expanding participation among regulators and community partners.

State of North Dakota

Public Information Officer | February 2023 – February 2025 

  • Public Information Strategy: Managed government program websites to provide accurate information and data

  • Advanced Analytics: Executed data queries for production data and improve site navigation

  • Regulatory Communication: Translated complex policies into plain English for customers, website content, and public presentations

  • Workflow Optimization: Coordinated internal approval processes with legal and program managers to ensure strict regulatory compliance

  • Crisis Response: Led rapid-response communications during time-sensitive updates, web notices and alerts in real-time

  • Community Partnership: Implemented information protocols that significantly improved program awareness and public access

New York City Department of Education

English Educator (Middle & High School) | January 2019 – February 2023 

  • Strategic Communication: Developed and delivered instruction for diverse learners while maintaining strict compliance with IEP and regulatory standards

  • Digital Integration: Leveraged online platforms for performance tracking and parent communications within virtual and classroom environments

  • Core Skill Development: Integrated media literacy and public speaking into curricula to strengthen student communication competencies

Interim HealthCare Inc.

Human Resources & Administrative Support | January 2017 – January 2019 

  • Workforce Management: Served as the primary HR contact for 100+ employees, overseeing recruitment and onboarding

  • Compliance Leadership: Managed HIPAA/OSHA compliance and confidential records, resulting in zero audit findings across regulatory reviews

  • Reporting & Efficiency: Facilitated staff training and generated HR reports that improved overall operational transparency

Partners in Care (VNSNY) & Care365 Homecare

Administrative & Personal Care Support | June 2014 – 2024 

  • Delivered home‑based care for elderly and medically complex clients, maintaining detailed logs and compliance records.

  • Communicated health updates to families and care teams, demonstrating strong documentation and client relationship skills.

Earlier tutoring and coaching, roles available on request.)

EDUCATION

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Cum Laude
    University of the People | August 2021 – April 2024 

  • Bachelor of Arts in English, Education, Cum Laude
    CUNY Lehman College, Bronx, NY | January 2016 – December 2018 

TECHNICAL SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Technical: Website CMS, Web Analytics, SEO, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, HRIS Systems

  • Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CISA, Certified Teacher (TESOL & TEFL), Google Certified Educator Level 1, ABA Certified, HHA Certified

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