RITA VÁSQUEZ
Summary
As an experienced leader with a distinguished track record in strategic communications and crisis management, I am well-equipped to enhance your company's reputation and operational effectiveness. My expertise in content creation and governance ensures that I can uphold and elevate the standards of media integrity across both national and international platforms. With a demonstrated capacity to navigate complex situations and drive results, I am poised to contribute significantly to your organization's success, especially in high-pressure environments. Let's collaborate to achieve your strategic goals and foster sustainable growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Editor
Corporación La Prensa
01.2015 - Current
- Directed a newsroom of 90 direct and indirect employees, driving content strategy across multiple platforms that generated traffic of more than 2 million unique users per month
- Spearheaded crisis communications during sensitive news events, maintaining transparency and integrity
- Enhanced media operations by implementing innovative content distribution techniques that increased reader engagement and retention.
Human Resources Manager
VF Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of the company’s HR Process
- Developed robust training programs focused on leadership development and crisis management
- Created and enforced HR policies that aligned with organizational governance standards and local compliance laws.
Deputy Managing Editor
Corporación La Prensa
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Ensured editorial excellence and managed content strategies that responded effectively to emerging crises
- Cultivated an environment of continuous improvement and strategic content development.
Managing Director (Expat)
Sucre & Sucre Trust Limited
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Oversaw daily operations, optimized efficiency, and developed strategies to meet organizational goals, ensuring smooth and effective customer service
- Managed international client services, focusing on compliance and regulatory governance
- Played a key role in crisis resolution and strategic decision-making for high-profile international accounts.
Education
Master’s in Business Law -
Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología
Bachelor’s in Law and Political Science -
Universidad Santa María La Antigua
Skills
- Crisis Communication
- Strategic Content Creation
- Governance and Compliance
- Team Leadership and Development
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Strong attention to detail
- Team Collaboration
- Planning and coordination
- Copywriting and editing
- Workflow Coordination
- Deadline Management
- Staff Development
Accomplishments
- Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Journalism (2017) related to the Panama Papers, demonstrating exceptional skill in high-stakes reporting and crisis communication.
- Published author with works focusing on governance, law, and societal impacts.
- President of the National Journalism Council (Panama), 2017, guiding media practices and policies.
- Vice President for Panama of the Freedom of the Press Commission for the Interamerican Press Association
- Panelist at the Resnick Action Forum, which is part of the Aspen Global Leadership Network
- Trainer and presenter for the International Republican Institute, directing workshops for journalists from Latin America, the Caribbean and Asia
Affiliations
- Rotary Club of Panama
- Gift of Life Foundation of Panama
- Center for Media Integrity (OAE)
- EditoRed - EuroLatam
- National Journalism Council
- Journalists Forum of Panama
- Central American Leadership Initiative (Cali)
Timeline
Managing Editor
Corporación La Prensa
01.2015 - Current
Human Resources Manager
VF Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2015
Deputy Managing Editor
Corporación La Prensa
01.2007 - 01.2011
Managing Director (Expat)
Sucre & Sucre Trust Limited
01.2003 - 01.2007
Master’s in Business Law -
Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología
Bachelor’s in Law and Political Science -
Universidad Santa María La Antigua
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