Inside-Out Communication: Engaging Employees First and Then Stakeholders
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In this episode of Frictionless Marketing, host Paul Dyer welcomes Tanya Wymer), Executive Director of Enterprise Communications at Biogen). Tanya shares her journey from a farming community in Ontario to becoming a leader in corporate communications. She discusses her accolades, such as the CEO Elements Award at Biogen and the Change Communications Global Award at Novo Nordisk, emphasizing her role as a change agent in transforming corporate cultures. 

Tanya also delves into the challenges of balancing diverse stakeholder expectations, the significance of employee-centric communication strategies during restructuring, and the ongoing brand refresh project at Biogen. Reflecting on the evolving role of communications professionals, Tanya provides valuable insights on fostering creativity, resilience, and effective communication in a global, dynamic corporate environment.

00:00 Introduction to Frictionless Marketing

00:05 Meet Tanya Wymer: A Journey in Corporate Communications

01:08 Tanya's Early Inspirations and Career Path

02:45 Awards and Transformational Work

04:10 Balancing Transformation and Stakeholder Expectations

05:18 Internal Communication Strategies at Biogen

07:31 Employee-Centric Culture and Brand Refresh

15:15 Global Communication Challenges and Strategies

23:38 Creating a Productive and Creative Team Environment

25:37 Looking Ahead: Exciting Projects at Biogen

26:46 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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Frictionless Marketing is a production from /prompt, the leading earned first creative marketing and communications agency. Grounded in the present, yet attuned to the future.

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