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Bridget Owusu Barnie, MBA

Yonkers, NY | 914-433-3681 | bridgets1234@gmail.com

Portfolio: bridgetportfolio.org 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Seeking 100% Remote Leadership Opportunities Strategic Communications Leader and Managing Director with over 9 years of experience driving high-stakes outreach and global operations in international trade, government, and education.Expert in translating complex regulatory frameworks into high-impact digital messaging and managing multi-state and international stakeholder engagement.Proven track record of leading national conferences, directing global commodity exports, 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

  • Executive Leadership: Global Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, P&L Oversight, and Directing Geographically Dispersed Teams.

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

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

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

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

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ObekThorUS

Managing Director | June 2022 – Present

  • Global Operations Leadership: Direct the international import and export of shea butter and other key commodities, ensuring seamless supply chain integration between global markets.

  • Strategic Growth: Lead organizational scaling efforts, identifying new market opportunities for commodity trade and expanding the company's international footprint.

  • Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary executive liaison for international suppliers and domestic distributors, managing high-level negotiations and contract fulfillment.

  • Operational Oversight: Manage all daily business functions, ensuring financial targets are met and operational procedures adhere to international trade regulations.

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 public access to mineral information and real-time oil production data.

  • Advanced Analytics: Executed data queries on web traffic and search behavior to identify content gaps and improve site navigation.

  • Regulatory Communication: Translated complex policies into plain English for fact sheets, 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 service updates via web notices and alerts.

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

ElevateK12

Remote Teacher | October 2021 – February 2022

  • Multistate Instruction: Instructed students from different states and diverse backgrounds in a 100% remote learning environment.

  • Adaptive Teaching Methods: Adapted teaching methods to various subjects, grade levels, and learning styles to maximize student engagement and success.

  • Systems Proficiency: Utilized the Elevate curriculum software grading system for precise performance tracking and data management.

  • Management Reporting: Communicated real-time engagement status to management to ensure instructional quality and operational alignment.

  • Feedback Integration: Provided regular and timely feedback to students and parents to support continuous academic improvement.

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 to support organizational growth.

  • 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 and engagement.

EDUCATION

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

  • Bachelor of Arts in English, Education, Cum Laude | CUNY Lehman College (2018) 

TECHNICAL SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Technical Proficiency: Website CMS (Drupal), Web Analytics (Google Analytics), SEO, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, HRIS Systems.

  • Professional Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CISA, Certified Teacher (TESOL & TEFL), Google Certified Educator Level 1, ABA Certified, HHA Certified.
IOGCC Public Information Officer