Keith Gemmell, CPM, CWDP

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Experienced Program Manager with a demonstrated history of working in government…

Experience & Education

  • City of Moreno Valley

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Volunteer Experience

  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Graphic

    Assistant Director of Public Affairs - Carlsbad California Stake

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

    - 1 year 5 months

    Worked as Assistant Director of Public Affairs over media to establish media relations/contacts, share church news and initiatives, and support LDS Church (non-religious) outreach events in the cities of Carlsbad and Oceanside, CA on behalf of the Carlsbad California Stake. Responsibilities include:

    • Create and deliver press releases, media relations content, social media content, and news-site
    event postings
    • Create, manage, and deliver content via Facebook
    • Monitor…

    Worked as Assistant Director of Public Affairs over media to establish media relations/contacts, share church news and initiatives, and support LDS Church (non-religious) outreach events in the cities of Carlsbad and Oceanside, CA on behalf of the Carlsbad California Stake. Responsibilities include:

    • Create and deliver press releases, media relations content, social media content, and news-site
    event postings
    • Create, manage, and deliver content via Facebook
    • Monitor social media outreach
    • Work with director to improve and create relationships with community leaders and organizations

    Sample of events supported include:
    • JustServe Projects (www.justserve.org)
    • Crystal Apple Award - Honoring Local High School Teachers
    • Messiah Concert Performances
    • Mormon Night with the Padres

  • Board Member/City Liason

    Carlsbad Playreaders

    - 3 years 9 months

    Arts and Culture

  • American Cancer Society Graphic

    Relay for Life Event Logistics & Public Relations Manager

    American Cancer Society

    - 1 year 5 months

    Health

    American Cancer Society- Relay for Life Escondido
    • Planned and over saw facilities use during two annual 24/hr events
    • Coordinated meals served to participants, routine trash pickup, campsite organization,
    security, first-aid, and setup/cleanup
    • Wrote press releases and feature stories for local newspapers to gain interest for
    volunteers/participants
    • Coordinated the distribution of marketing materials, web banners, and planned photo
    opportunities before…

    American Cancer Society- Relay for Life Escondido
    • Planned and over saw facilities use during two annual 24/hr events
    • Coordinated meals served to participants, routine trash pickup, campsite organization,
    security, first-aid, and setup/cleanup
    • Wrote press releases and feature stories for local newspapers to gain interest for
    volunteers/participants
    • Coordinated the distribution of marketing materials, web banners, and planned photo
    opportunities before and during annual events

Honors & Awards

  • CALED Award of Excellence: 2024 Collaborations/Partnerships

    California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED)

    Collaborations/Partnerships honors programs and projects between various partners that exemplify the spirit of collaboration in economic development in 2023.

  • Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet: 2023 Business Retention & Expansion

    Inland Empire Economic Partnership

    This award honors economic development initiatives focusing on retaining and growing
    existing businesses within communities and regions. The 2023 recipient demonstrates
    extensive cross-community collaboration and the ability to adapt and respond quickly to
    unforeseen events. The 2023 Award was given in recognition of the Business Development programs offered through the Moreno Valley Business & Employment Resource Center.

  • Helen Putnam Award: 2023 Ruth Vreeland Award for Engaging Youth in City Government

    League of California Cities

    Established in 1982, this program recognizes outstanding cities that deliver the highest quality and level of service in the most effective manner possible in one of 12 categories. The award recognizes the City of Moreno Valley’s consortium of five core programs, called Elevate MoVal, that provide financial assistance, engagement opportunities, and work experience for high school and college students throughout Moreno Valley. I work as the program manager for each of these core programs with…

    Established in 1982, this program recognizes outstanding cities that deliver the highest quality and level of service in the most effective manner possible in one of 12 categories. The award recognizes the City of Moreno Valley’s consortium of five core programs, called Elevate MoVal, that provide financial assistance, engagement opportunities, and work experience for high school and college students throughout Moreno Valley. I work as the program manager for each of these core programs with the collaboration of other city staff and partners at Moreno Valley College.

  • 2014-15 CSUSM Graduate Dean's Award

    California State University San Marcos

    This award acknowledges the importance of the master’s degree at California State University San Marcos by recognizing the accomplishments of a single outstanding master’s degree student. The recipient of this award is nominated by his faculty and selected by the Dean of Graduate Studies and Research to receive due to mastery in advanced coursework as well as engagement in independent study and research, scholarship, professional, and service activities.

  • 2015 CSUSM FEMBA Outstanding Leadership and Service Award

    CSUSM College of Business Administration

    Award presented in recognition of the leadership, mentorship and service contribution to the FEMBA 2015 cohort, the FEMBA Program, and the community. The nomination for this award was submitted by the FEMBA students and recommended to the Director of the Graduate Programs.

  • 2011 City of Vista Mayor’s Excellence in Service Award

    City of Vista

    Award recipient selected by the City of Vista Mayor for outstanding customer service to both the citizens of Vista and its employees. Award specifically given for implementation of cost-saving measures, restructuring of scheduling procedures, increased rental revenue, and an increase in relationships built within the community.

  • Eagle Scout

    Boy Scouts of America

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