Barbara Hyde

Experience

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  International Medical News Group

  Jan 1972 - Jan 1982

  Executive managing editor
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  Hill & Knowlton

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1990

  Biotechnology Practice
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  American Society for Microbiology

  Jan 1990 - Jan 2012

  Director, Communications

  Developed communications strategy and served as spokesperson for world’s largest life sciences organization, with an international membership of 38,000 and an annual operating budget of $50 million. Provided strategic counsel to leadership on issues management, message development, and public communications. Promoted strategic partnerships with industry and professional organizations. Coordinated communication of public affairs activities and congressional liaison. Supervised all media relations activities for 11 peer-reviewed journals, two national meetings, numerous conferences, and other activities of the Society. Conducted media training for volunteer leaders and preparation for Congressional testimony and media appearances. Managed public education web sites and planned and implemented public microbiology education and outreach activities through print, broadcast, and electronic media, and science festivals. Provided strategic leadership for audio/video public outreach programs. Served as features editor of Microbe monthly newsmagazine. Prepared bimonthly newsletter for members. Formulated and administered the annual communications budget, managed departmental staff, and served as staff liaison to the Communications Committee. Show less

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  Hyde Communications Consulting

  Oct 2012 - now

  Communications Consultant

  I provide comprehensive communications services to organizations and individuals, including public relations, presentation training, writing, and editing. I have special expertise and experience in scientific communications.