L.A. Works
Samantha W. is an experienced communications and marketing professional with a robust background spanning various roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Director of Communications at L.A. Works since August 2020, Samantha previously held positions such as Marketing Manager at GrayHawk Home Care and Marketing Associate at Edge Of A Dream Company. Samantha's expertise includes brand strategy, messaging, social media development, and public relations, supported by earlier roles at Bank of America and Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City. Samantha holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Drew University and a Master's degree in Strategic Public Relations from the University of Southern California. Notably, Samantha received a Silver Award for being a Top Performer in the 1st Quarter of 2013.
L.A. Works
L.A. Works is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area. We strive to empower Angelenos to address pressing social issues through volunteerism and community collaborations. Founded in 1991, our mission consists of three principal pillars: 1. INCREASE volunteer participation in community service projects; 2. PROVIDE our nonprofit partners with access to volunteer labor and other RESOURCES; and 3. EDUCATE and encourage people to engage in the broader social issues affecting the greater Los Angeles Community. Since 1991, L.A. Works has mobilized and led volunteers to contribute over a million hours to Los Angeles through unique volunteer programming. L.A. Works has encouraged corporate citizenship by building a bridge between our corporate partners and the communities of LA. Our corporate partners: • Share our vision to transform communities through service and civic engagement; • Value the power and potential of hands-on, high-impact volunteerism; • Understand how to maximize the impact of their charitable giving; • Recognize that employee service opportunities promote team-building, boost morale, and cultivate leadership; • Understand the value of corporate citizenship as a strategy for recruitment and retention. Check us out @ www.LAWorks.com