Emily Blanchard
About Emily Blanchard
Emily Blanchard is a Proposal Manager at Maximus with over 10 years of experience in corporate communications, specializing in proposal development and strategic initiatives.
Current Role at Maximus
Emily Blanchard serves as a Proposal Manager at Maximus, commencing her role in 2021. She is responsible for overseeing the proposal development process, ensuring high-quality submissions, and collaborating with various departments to meet organizational goals. Her role involves managing timelines, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.
Previous Experience at SKYGEN
Before joining Maximus, Emily Blanchard worked at SKYGEN from 2018 to 2021. She initially served as a Proposal Specialist for a year and was then promoted to Proposal Manager. During her tenure, she focused on crafting compelling proposals and responding to RFPs, contributing to the company's strategic growth in the specialty benefits sector.
Work in Editorial and Valuation Roles
Emily Blanchard has a strong background in editorial and valuation roles, having worked at Gordon Brothers from 2015 to 2018 as an Editing Specialist in Valuations. Prior to that, she served as a Lead/Senior Editor at American Appraisal, a division of Duff & Phelps, from 2012 to 2015, based in the Greater Milwaukee Area. In these roles, she honed her editorial skills and contributed to valuation projects.
Academic and Early Career Background
Emily Blanchard's academic journey includes a Master of Arts in English from Marquette University (2008-2010) and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Alverno College (2004-2007). Early in her career, she worked in various education and communication roles, including a First-Year English Instructor at Marquette University and an Assistant Director at Concordia University Wisconsin's Learning Resource Center.
Industry Experience
With over 10 years of experience, Emily Blanchard has worked across industries including corporate finance, consulting, specialty benefits, and healthcare technologies. Her expertise lies in corporate communications, proposal development, and strategic initiatives. She has experience in managing teams, leading training programs, and developing effective communication strategies tailored to diverse industry needs.