Suzanne K.

MaGee
35 Old Oak Lane Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 896-6652
Professional seeking a responsible and challenging position in
public relations, marketing or education or a combination
of above where utilization of those skills and experiences will be an attribute.
I am a leading role model and mentor who possesses open and honest leadership c
haracteristics, excellent communication skills and I am a persuasive and proacti
ve advocate for a positive outcome.
QUALIFICATIONS
PUBLIC RELATIONS - Skilled at conducting public affairs/community relations*Bro
adcast and print media relations* Research, preparation and dissemination of inf
ormation to the public for positive image building *On-camera and radio presenta
tion *Publications- planning, writing, editing, design and layout
MANAGEMENT - Excellent organizational skills*Assess organizational needs and es
tablish work priorities*Directed large department staff *Screening, hiring, trai
ning and mentoring employees*Budget management and record keeping.
SALES AND MARKETING - Assessment of clients needs*Develop and
execute sales presentations*New account development*Networking with
contacts and coordinating accounts
EDUCATION - Testing and assessing results*Develop curriculums
and training protocols*Educator, mentor
CAREER SUMMARY
MANAGEMENT
Manager, MEMORIAL HOSPICE, Memorial Hospital, Gulfport, MS
(2004- March,2010)
Responsible for the overall administration and management of the
hospice that served a four-county region; developed and facilitated the manageme
nt planning processes; Ensured the organizationâ s mission and oversaw business opera
tions including compliance with regulatory requirements; Collaborated with physi
cians and departments to achieve best practice/quality standards; Provided perso
nnel mentoring; Directed outside community education on hospice and planned and
executed public relations
activities.
Manager of Volunteers, MEMORIAL HOSPICE (1999 - 2003)
Provided leadership to the volunteers for the hospice program and
ensure their competencies and regulatory requirements. Organize and
participate in fund-raising and community relations activities for the
community.
Director, SYLVAN LEARNING CENTERS, Gulfport and Pascagoula, MS,
(1996 - 1997)
Provided leadership to teachers at the center; Prepared and administered
tests to students; Visited area schools to provide information and education.
Director of Programs, BROADMOOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Shreveport, LA, (1993
- 1995) Promoted to over see all programs offered by this church from Sunday Sch
ool for all ages to public relations, budgeting and assessing needs of the commu
nity.
Director of Communications(1991 - 1993) BROADMOOR UMC, Provided all aspects of
communication for large 3000 member, active community church.
PUBLIC RELATIONS AND MARKETING
Account Executive(1987- 1988) KALMAN AND ROGERS PUBLIC RELATIONS, New Orleans,
LA, Responsible for public relations with major accounts in the New Orleans area
, including Shell Oil, Haagan Daz Ice Cream, Pepto Bismol and the Sugar Bowl. As
sisted owner*s wife in closing business
following his death.
Director of Public Relations and Volunteers (1988 - 1990) F. EDWARD HEBERT HOSP
ITAL, New Orleans, LA, Provided community and media
relations and provided leadership to the volunteers at this physical
rehabilitation hospital. Media placement of hospital-related events, progress an
d personnel.
SALES
Sales Executive and Assistant Manager(1983 - 1987) DALLAS TIMES HERALD, Dallas,
TX, Supervised account planning and retail advertising budgets. Handled major a
ccounts and coordinated special sections.
Director of Sales (1981- 1982)-GULFPORT BEST WESTERN INN, Gulfport, MS- Respons
ible for sales and conventions. Coordinated advertising and
developed vacation and golf packages.
TEACHING AND TRAINING
Educational Grant Program Specialist (1982 - 1983) MISSISSIPPI STATE DEPARTMENT
OF EDUCATION, Liaison between state and federal agencies, universities, private
and 29 public school districts; ensured their compliance with state and federal
regulations regarding exceptional children. Served as a member of a state scree
ning team that determined eligibility for special educational programs. Led semi
nars to disseminate information on Public Law 94-142 to superintendents and scho
ol districts.
Teacher for Children with Learning Disabilities, Gulfport School System,(1975 -
1981) Educated exceptional students at East Ward and Bayou View Elementary Scho
ols. Established yearbook and school newspapers. Wrote and directed talent shows
and plays.
WRITING AND MEDIA EXPERIENCE
* Business Dallas Magazine
* Asbury Theological News
* M.D. News
* Memorial Medical Staff News
* Editor - Caregiving: What to Expect Workbook- Published 2006
* Louisiana-Mississippi Hospice and Palliative Care The Journal
* Hosted -â * Reflections -Cable Television program in Shreveport
* Professional appearances on WDSU (NBC), New Orleans, KTBS (ABC), Shreveport an
d WLOX (ABC), Biloxi
* Speakers Bureau for Memorial Hospital
AWARDS AND SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS
* Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Leadership Award
* Outstanding Young Educator
* Gulfport Schoolâ s Superintendent of Educationâ s Liaison
Committee
* (Offered)Rotary Club Scholarship
* Outstanding Young Women of America
* Employee of the Year - Dallas Time Herald
* Liaison for National and state-wide airlift of over 120 tons of
food and medical supplies sent to the Commonwealth of Independent
States (formerly the Soviet Union)
* Liaison for Lynn Meadows Discovery Center for Rainy Days & Rainbows
Bereavement Program for Children for Memorial Hospital
* Nursing Leadership Committee (2004 - 2010)
* Nursing Leadership Committee Secretary (2006-2008)
* Education Committee Chairperson, Memorial Hospital Ethics
Committee (2001 - 2010)
* Memorial Hospital Ethics Conference Coordinator (2001 - 2009)
* LA/MS Hospice and Palliative Care Education Committee (2005 -
present)
PERSONAL STRENGTHS
Highly creative and adaptable to a variety of people and situations - Versatile
- enthusiastic - excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Reliable and
confident - Visionary and ethical leader
EDUCATION
* Bachelor of Science in Special Education, University of Southern
Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS
* Masters of Education, University of Southern Mississippi,Hattiesburg
* Introduction of Management, University of Texas, Arlington
* Management Training, Memorial Hospital, Gulfport, MS
* Certified Hospice Administrator - National Hospice and Palliative
Care Organization, Washington, D.C.