Rick Fox

Current Career

I am a communications professional with 15 years experience in strategic communications and broadcast journalism with a focus in corporate reputation management, crisis communications, public affairs, and community relations. I have led teams providing counsel for organizations including AT&T, Willis Tower, Brightstar Corp, Inland Real Estate, and more. I served four years in the Marines and seven years as an elected public official in my hometown.

My First Real Job

Waiting tables at Bennigan’s.

Professional Accomplishments

• Supported incredible companies and launches, including various AT&T mergers and issues, iPhone & iPad launches, the opening of the Ledge at Willis tower, and more.
• Honored with an Edward R. Murrow Award for reporting.
• Part of teams honored with Silver Anvil, and B2B magazine’s Social Media Award.

What Drives Your Professional Career

A passion for helping non-communicators communicate.

Advice or Help For Students

• Ask questions.
• Work hard – it really does pay off. 

• Find an internship or job in your field or one closely related.