STEPHANIE HAMMER

Strategic Communications Leader| Senior Public Affairs Specialist | Executive & Internal Communications Strategist | Stakeholder Engagement Architect | Project Manager — HCD Certified Federal Consultant & USAF Veteran

I drive impact by delivering the right message in the right way at the right time to the audiences that matter most.

For more than 20 years, I’ve led strategic communications across federal agencies, military commands, and high-visibility public sector initiatives—building trust between organizations and the public, between leaders and their teams, and between mission and message.

I lead stakeholder engagement, internal alignment, and executive messaging for complex, high-impact initiatives. My approach blends human-centered design with structured, empathetic leadership, especially in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

I help teams clarify their voice, connect with their audiences, and deliver measurable results. I’m known for building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration across silos, and helping leaders communicate with clarity, credibility, and purpose.

If you’re navigating complexity and need communications that cut through the noise, let’s connect!

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Strategic Communications and Engagement: Executive Messaging | Change and Crisis Communication| Speechwriting | Digital Engagement | Event Strategy | Data-Driven Storytelling

• Leadership and Collaboration: Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Internal Communications | Culture Change Initiatives | Executive Advisory Support

• Operations and Delivery: Human-Centered Design | Project Management | Budget Oversight | Quality Assurance and Quality Control | Standard Operating Procedure Development | Performance Measurement