About Deb New
I’m Deb New and welcome to my web site! I’m really passionate about great communications, creating connections, developing new ideas and making them happen!
I’m also what some people call a “digital immigrant.” I didn’t grow up with PCs, video games, a cell phone and text messaging and doing all of them at once (the “digital natives”). So, I’m continuously working with and learning about blogs and online social media and what powerful communications tools and connectors they can be - especially when integrated with traditional communications and marketing strategies and tactics. And, now, I’m here to share this journey with you! Below is a bit more info about me. If you want even more, let me know!
I’m an award-winning marketing and communications professional, community leader and MBA with a dynamic career leading high-growth, entrepreneurial and non-profit organizations through strong growth, transformation and profitability.
I see possibilities, create connections and get results. I can help you determine what you really need, put the plan together and then implement quickly and creatively to be successful in today’s competitive world. I am consistently successful in conceptualizing, developing and orchestrating strategic marketing communications and advocacy campaigns to support organization objectives, advocacy, stakeholder relations and top-producing national sales organizations. Core competencies and industry experiences include:
Integrated marketing communications
Media and public relations
Print and online communications
Advocacy
Branding
Crisis communications
Media training and coaching
Reputation management
Innovation and creativity
Team leadership and mentoring
Nutrition and fitness
Social entrepreneurs/Non-profits
Health care
Education
Insurance
Financial services
Utilities
Youth
Aging
Community Leadership
Along with my “day job,” I am a committed community volunteer leader:
Indiana University Kelley School of Business National Alumni Association board member
Supporting women into and through the MBA program with the IU Kelley School of Business Women’s MBA Alumni Advisory Board
Jewish Community Center of Indianapolis board member and chair of the Governance committee
Chair of the 2009 Drum Corps International World Championships Advance Resource Team (local organizing committee), which inspires and provides amazing opportunities for thousands of young people through music, education and leadership
Girls Incorporated of Indianapolis Girl Empowerment conference advisory team, inspiring all girls to be strong, smart and bold
Recognitions and Awards
Communications awards from: International ARC (annual reports); Blue Cross Blue Shield Association; Women in Communications; Public Relations Society of America; American Gas Association.
Philanthropy awards: Spirit of Philanthropy award, Indiana University Kelley School of Business; Volunteer of the Year, Jewish Community Center; Larner Leadership Award from Jewish Community.
