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Scott Watkins

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Internal communications leader who launched Calico’s internal communications function and raised employee engagement scores to the 90th percentile at Bank of the West.

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At Calico, I partnered with executive leadership to launch the organization’s internal communications function, establishing foundational channels, governance, and employee engagement strategies. At Bank of the West, I modernized feedback channels and strengthened leadership communication, elevating employee engagement scores to the 90th percentile.

At Safeway, I created communication campaigns reaching 180,000 employees nationwide and produced the company’s first comprehensive corporate sustainability report. My work spans executive and employee communications, HR initiatives, organizational change, and video content, including communications for Gap Inc. through Motion Recruitment and Tesla’s field employees.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MR

Communications Consultant

Motion Recruitment

Nov 2025 - Feb 2026 (3 months)

Served as Communications Consultant for Gap Inc., supporting enterprise HR and employee communications initiatives. Developed communication strategies for total rewards, compensation, benefits, performance reviews, and open enrollment.

GU

Content Development Manager

GuideSpark

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Managed production of HR-focused employee communication videos and led a 20-person creative team. Established a new Portland production office, increasing video output by 75% year over year.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

California State University, Fullerton logoCF

California State University, Fullerton

Bachelor of Arts, Communications/Public Relations

Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Public Relations from California State University, Fullerton.

University of California, Irvine logoUI

University of California, Irvine

Certification, Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management Certification from the University of California, Irvine.

ME

Melcrum

Black Belt Certification, Communication Strategy

Black Belt Certification in Communication Strategy from Melcrum.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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