About Us
At Communication TwentyFourSeven, we are your partners in mastering the art of communication. We offer specialized consulting and training services designed to enhance your communication and leadership skills. Our expert-led workshops and training programs are tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and organizations, providing practical strategies and tools for effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership development. Whether you're looking to boost your personal or professional growth, Communication TwentyFourSeven is here to help you achieve your goals with confidence and clarity.
Jennifer Arvin Furlong
Founder and CEO, Communications Strategist
B.A. and M.A. in Communication from George Mason University
Jen is a communications and media strategist with a track record of implementing effective communication tactics and driving impactful outcomes. She has extensive experience in external communication initiatives, public relations coordination, and content creation; and demonstrated success in increasing brand recognition, audience engagement, and revenue growth through innovative communication approaches. With 30 years of experience in the field and 20 years of experience teaching communication and public speaking in higher education, Jen has honed a unique approach that combines practical techniques with a deep understanding of human communication dynamics.
Jen stays pretty busy as Board President for Media Literacy Now, as a speaker coach for TEDx Savannah, and as host of the Communication TwentyFourSeven podcast, “where we communicate about how we communicate.”
Lauren Coates
Healthcare Strategist
B.A. in Political Science from Montana State University - Bozeman
M.A. in Communication Management from University of South Australia
Lauren is a healthcare strategist with 20 years of expertise building relationships with hospital executives, physicians, nurse leaders and practice managers. She also led healthcare communication strategy for the Australian Red Cross Blood Service and a regional hospital system in the Northwest. Lauren is a people connector and a national speaker with a passion for improving communication in the healthcare setting.
Melissa Sharp
Leadership Strategist
B.S. in Human Relations from Point University
M.S. in Leadership from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Melissa has established herself as a proactive and results-driven professional, adept at driving process improvement
and effective management. She is passionate about empowering leaders to guide their organizations and is dedicated to training others. Melissa’s career is marked by a proven track record of goal achievement, and she is recognized for her ability to motivate teams, develop
comprehensive training curricula, and deliver impactful training. She brings 13 years of dedicated leadership experience, complemented by her creativity and innovation in developing effective solutions and strategies. In addition to her extensive background, she is also a licensed realtor.
Blake Schaefer
Marketing Director
B.S. in Psychology w/emphasis in Media Marketing & Data Analytics from the University of Illinois Springfield
M.S. in Media Psychology w/emphasis in Media Marketing & Data Analytics from Fielding Graduate University
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Blake is a dynamic and results-driven marketing professional with a proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies that drive customer growth and brand recognition.
Blake has honed his skills in market research, consumer neuroscience, and campaign management throughout his career. His passion for understanding customer behavior and trends has led him to gain rich expertise in traditional media, digital, mobile, and social marketing disciplines.
Mary Dillard
Podcast & Content Creation Assistant
B.A. in Writing & Linguistics from Georgia Southern University
Mary is a passionate storyteller who enjoys highlighting different ideas and perspectives to foster engagement and connection. She is skilled in digital marketing and content creation. Since graduating in 2020, Mary has honed those skills through volunteering with AmeriCorps and working as a marketing/outreach specialist for different nonprofits. She enjoys the challenge of crafting stories and messages for different audiences with a specific goal in mind.
In her most recent role with the Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire, she managed social media for the organization, succeeded in increasing its reach, and forged fruitful relationships with community partners. Principally, Mary believes in the power of language and communication to affect positive outcomes and hopes to continue working towards that as her career evolves.
