Barbara Owens Email Address

Principal Consultant

University of Toledo : The University of Toledo

Passionate and dynamic leader with more than 30 years of experience in all aspects of communications. Have spent several years leading marketing and communications departments at universities. Strong interest in education and social service. Open to temporary positions in higher ed while searches are conducted. Also looking for opportunities with companies who need short or long-term assistance with their communications. Former Chief Communications Officer of Fortune 500 company with extensive global operations. Culturally aware, analytical, flexible, team oriented, authentic, highly ethical. Experience in higher education, chemical, pharmaceutical, automotive and glass container industries. Fluent in English and German. In a corporate setting, I love developing and executing on communications plans to accompany major initiatives. I've had a great deal of experience in mergers and acquisitions, as well as various crises: these are the most challenging and most rewarding communication opportunities. I am a strong believer in protecting the planet and think sustainability should be on the top of every organization's list of priorities. I've spent my professional life in corporate communications, and I truly love the complexity of that work. I am also interested in using my communications skills to help other types of organizations achieve their objectives. I am a strong proponent of education, and think we should all do more to ensure that all children receive a quality education, from preschool through university. I am a strong writer and editor. Especially enjoy speechwriting. Expertise: Executive Counsel Strategic Communications Planning M&A Communications Speechwriting Sustainability Employee Engagement, Crisis Financial Communications Leadership Communications/Alignment and Issues Management