Sam Baldridge

Sam Baldridge is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in employee engagement, recruitment marketing, and branding. Currently serving as a Senior Communications and Culture Specialist at Applied Systems, Baldridge manages a comprehensive employee listening strategy for over 2,500 global employees and leads recruitment marketing efforts across multiple online platforms, effectively reaching an audience of more than 100,000 users. Prior roles include the Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications at Louisiana State University, where Baldridge developed social media content and managed internal communications for over 700 employees. A proven track record of enhancing employer brand awareness, managing diversity recruitment strategies, and crafting successful marketing campaigns characterizes Baldridge's career, supported by a strong educational foundation with advanced degrees in leadership and mass communication.