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Renee Butterfield

@reneebutterfield

Senior brand & communications strategist transforming complexity into clarity, connection, and measurable growth.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a collaborative, executive-facing role where I can transform complexity into clear brand strategy and messaging systems—mixing human-centered storytelling with analytical rigor to drive measurable growth across integrated campaigns.

I’m a Senior Brand and Communications Strategist with 15+ years of experience translating research, behavioral insights, and market intelligence into brand and go-to-market strategies. I’ve led enterprise rebrands aligning 20+ offices and business units under unified global systems, and I build brand playbooks and enablement programs that drive adoption and faster execution.

I partner with senior executives to evolve brand architecture and storytelling frameworks that fuel organic growth—turning complexity into clarity, connection, and measurable results. From multi-channel integrated launches to executive communications and DEI-aligned culture initiatives, I create messaging systems that strengthen reputation and consistency, and I drive outcomes like 20% YoY revenue growth, 30% faster campaign launch time, and record customer adoption.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Fractional CMO & Consultant

Butterfield Strategic Consulting

Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 6 months)

Led global brand planning, public relations, and corporate social responsibility efforts, transforming complex research and insights into clear brand and go-to-market strategies. Directed end-to-end brand discovery and architecture initiatives, including positioning frameworks used to inform multi-channel campaigns.

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Interim Director of Global PR

Leo Burnett Worldwide

Jan 2010 - Jan 2011 (1 year)

Provided interim direction for global public relations efforts. Supported communications planning and leadership across PR initiatives.

AA

Director of Special Events

AMP Agency

Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 (1 year)

Directed special events and fundraising initiatives. Supported campaign and relationship work through event planning and execution.

BS

Match Specialist & Relationship

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Jan 2004 - Jan 2005 (1 year)

Worked as a Match Specialist and Relationship Manager. Supported relationship-building activities aligned to mentoring and matching needs.

SC

Manager, Stuart Borton Campaign

Stuart Borton Campaign

Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)

Managed the Stuart Borton Campaign, supporting campaign operations and coordination. Ensured consistent execution across campaign activities.

UA

Treatment Counselor

Uplift Agency

Worked as a Treatment Counselor at Uplift Agency. Provided counseling support as part of treatment services.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Emerson College logoEC

Emerson College

Master of Arts, Global Marketing Communications and Advertising

2018 -

Activities and societies: Honors: Merit Aid Award recipient; Lead Researcher for Program Chair.

Pursuing an M.A. in Global Marketing Communications and Advertising at Emerson College (2018–present), focusing on global brand planning, public relations, and corporate social responsibility.

TU

Taylor University and Xiamen University

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

2015 - 2017

Activities and societies: Leadership: Vice President of Student Body, University Senator, Chair of the Ethnic and Minority Issues Committee; Dean’s List; Captain of Ethics Debate Team; founder of Free Burma, Amnesty International, and International Justice Mission chapters.

Earned a B.A. in Political Science (with study areas including Sociology, International Relations, and Philosophy) through Taylor University and Xiamen University (2015–2017).

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Software and tools used professionally

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