Lester Basilio Davis
About Lester Basilio Davis
Lester Basilio Davis is a Communication Specialist with extensive experience in developing communication strategies across various platforms. He has held significant roles at organizations such as Roche, AstraZeneca, and the National Institutes of Health, where he has contributed to impactful communication initiatives and employee engagement.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Lester Basilio Davis has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as a Communication Specialist since 2017. In this role, he has developed and integrated comprehensive communication strategies across various platforms, including print, video, digital, social media, and web. His efforts have contributed to a significant increase in employee engagement in corporate initiatives at the NIH Clinical Center.
Previous Experience in Communications
Before joining NIH, Lester Davis held several prominent positions in communications. He served as the International Communications Manager at Roche from 2007 to 2011 in Switzerland. Following that, he worked as the Senior Communications Manager at AstraZeneca in Cambridge, United Kingdom, from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he was the Senior Manager of Global Strategy at the Cardiovascular Research Foundation from 2011 to 2013 in New York.
Education and Expertise
Lester Davis earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing and Communications from Temple University. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to excel in communication roles across various industries, including healthcare and pharmaceuticals.
Achievements and Awards
In 2017, Lester Davis received the NIH Rising Star Award for his impactful communication initiatives. This recognition highlights his contributions to enhancing communication strategies and employee engagement within the NIH Clinical Center.
Early Career in Public Relations
Lester Davis began his career in public relations as an Account Supervisor at Burson-Marsteller, where he worked from 1998 to 2000 in New York. This early experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in communications management and strategy.