Macollvie J. Neel

Macollvie J. Neel has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various industries and roles. Starting as a Smart Start Scholar at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Macollvie interned in Global Investor Services/Marketing & Communications, Check and Commercial Loans Operations, and Human Resources. Following this, Macollvie worked at the Haitian Times as a Reporter, where they reported news, provided thought leadership, implemented the marketing plan, and supervised and coached interns and junior staff.

Macollvie then joined the Sun Sentinel Media Group as a Reporter/Staff Writer, covering breaking news in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. They adapted to evolving deadlines and formats to deliver content for multiple platforms and built strong relationships with sources in the community.

After this, Macollvie worked at Mercer as a Senior Associate, where they partnered with Fortune 500 and mid-market clients to deliver customized communication strategies for organizational change and engagement initiatives. This included leading client meetings, framing recommendations, and drafting and editing communications.

Macollvie later joined MetLife as a Director of Strategic Communications, where they worked closely with business leaders to support the global transformation of the customer contact center. They designed and implemented communication strategies, delivered key messages, managed employee recognition programs, and produced large-scale meetings and conferences.

Next, Macollvie worked at The Walt Disney Company as the Director of ESPN | Data and Ad Product Communications Strategy. They created and delivered a communications strategy, developed strategic materials, and provided style guidance for content creation across multiple teams.

Macollvie then served as the Executive Editor for a Haitian community institution, transforming it into a digital media powerhouse. They provided strategic editorial and business counsel, served as an expert on Haiti for mainstream media, built a virtual newsroom, secured grants, and coached reporters and editors.

Most recently, Macollvie founded Comms Maven L.L.C. as the Founder and Principal. They write for media publications, develop content for professionals and businesses, and strategize and execute content for digital assets and properties.

In 2020, Macollvie also joined Gagen MacDonald as a Senior Communications Consultant. They produced strategic plans, developed content, led thought leadership strategies, and ghostwrote for senior executives.

Overall, Macollvie J. Neel has demonstrated a strong background in communications, media, strategic planning, and leadership throughout their career.

Macollvie J. Neel has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Communication from Baruch College, which they completed from 1997 to 2002. In 2000, they also participated in a Study Abroad program at Middlesex University, focusing on Writing & Publishing. In 2009 and 2010, they pursued their MBA in International Business at Florida International University. Additionally, in March 2019, they obtained a certification in Strategic Communication Planning from the International Association of Business Communicators.