Erica May

Erica May

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Memphis Police Communications | Public Relations Manager | Excellence in Communications Awardee | Professional Speaker & Trainer | Exceeder of Standards | Respecter of Deadlines | Believer in Excellence

  • Education

    • Naval Postgraduate School

      2022 - 2023
      Center for Homeland Defense and Security Emergence Cohort 2201
    • Clark Atlanta University

      2012 - 2015
      Master’s Degree Public Administration
    • The University of Memphis

      2004 - 2009
      Bachelor’s Degree Political Science and Government
  • Experience

    • Coca-Cola

      Jan 2012 - Dec 2015

      Close and execute sales calls in large and small store accounts. Increase volume and sales over prior year. Sell in incremental displays and equipment placements; sell in promotional programs and ensure dealer compliance.Maintain appropriate inventory levels, maintain company assets and point of sale, ensure account meets Company merchandising standards, determine stores' product needs, place and transmit appropriate order in conjunction with existing geographic sales routes.Transport, replace and maintain Point of Sale advertising as appropriate for accountWork and communicate cross functionally with partners in distribution, merchandising and transportation to ensure high levels of customer service and satisfaction. Show less

      • Account Manager

        Feb 2015 - Dec 2015
      • Sales Support Planner

        Jan 2012 - Feb 2015
    • City of Memphis

      Jan 2017 - now

      As an evening shift supervisor I am responsible for more than thirty 9-1-1 dispatchers. For context the evening shift is " jumping" and receives the bulk of Memphis' approximately 2k 9-1-1 calls per day. • leading our daily (start of shift )meetings • managing staffing, documenting attendance, employee recognition, performance, minor discipline and counseling • resolving citizen and employee complaints • creator of the “3P” recognition program: Present, Professional & Productive •providing crucial event updates to field commanders •giving presentations to community groups Show less

      • Emergency Communications Supervisor

        Apr 2021 - now
      • Police Dispatcher

        Jan 2017 - Apr 2021
    • NENA: The 9-1-1 Association

      Jan 2023 - now
      Adjunct Instructor

      Teach " Leadership in 9-1-1 " class at 9-1-1 centers across the country. Facilitate in person and virtually.

    • District 43 Toastmasters

      Jul 2023 - Sept 2024
      Public Relations Manager

      Manage communications and publicity for 100 clubs and more than 1,300 members in a professional non-profit organization. Disseminate national and district information to all members via various communication platforms.Create and assemble content for newsletters, website, social media and email marketing campaigns. Create talking points for district leaders.Led the revamp of the district's website d43toastmasters.org

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Demonstrating Accountability as a Leader

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Certified Neighborhood Leader

      City of Memphis
      Apr 2016
    • Crisis Communication

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Practical Success Metrics in Your Training Program

      LinkedIn
      Oct 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Competent Communicator

      Toastmasters International
      Aug 2014
    • Innovative Planning Certificate

      Toastmasters International
      Apr 2021
    • Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP)

      NENA: The 9-1-1 Association
      Oct 2024
    • Emergency Number Professional (ENP)

      NENA: The 9-1-1 Association
      Feb 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Erica May
      Carbyne Leadership in Communications Award 911der Women & Carbyne Aug 2022 Received Award at the 2022 Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) conference ... " in recognition of your leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence."
    • Awarded to Erica May
      2020 Dispatcher of the Year Memphis Police Department Apr 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Women- in-911 Communications Committee

      Issued by NENA: The 9-1-1 Association on Nov 2019
      NENA: The 9-1-1 AssociationAssociated with Erica May
    • Vice President of Education , Bluff City Toastmasters

      Issued by Toastmasters International on Jul 2019
      Toastmasters InternationalAssociated with Erica May
    • Member

      Issued by Shelby County Council on Gun Safety on Aug 2022
      Shelby County Council on Gun SafetyAssociated with Erica May
    • Mentor

      Issued by LeMoyne-Owen College on Apr 2022
      LeMoyne-Owen CollegeAssociated with Erica May
    • Board Trustee

      Issued by Morning View Baptist Church on Jan 2015
      Morning View Baptist ChurchAssociated with Erica May
    • Mentor

      Issued by Tennessee Promise on Jan 2016
      Tennessee PromiseAssociated with Erica May