Mary Ellen Armstrong is a recognized Canadian communications leader who has directed communications, marketing, and public affairs for complex, high-profile organizations in healthcare, government, charities, and the non-profit sector.
Her experience spans journalism, publishing, conference production, corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, brand development, and marketing communications. A former journalist and editor, Mary Ellen understands how to craft messages that cut through complexity, influence decision-making, and drive results.
Mary Ellen's specialty is helping organizations build, strengthen, and transform their communications functions. In short, she fixes communications departments.
Whether developing strategy, restructuring teams, supporting executives through change, managing reputational challenges, or improving performance, Mary Ellen brings clarity, focus, and momentum to organizations facing complexity. Clients turn to her when communications isn't delivering, or isn't aligned to the direction of the business.
Known for her ability to quickly assess challenges and create alignment, Mary Ellen combines strategic thinking with a practical, no-nonsense approach. Grounded in deep experience, and a healthy sense of humour, she helps leaders navigate uncertainty, bring teams together, and move organizations forward.
Mary Ellen holds an MA in International Public Relations and Communications from Cardiff University, earned as a recipient of the prestigious Chevening Scholarship. She is also a recipient of the Amethyst Award, the highest honour in the Ontario Public Service, recognizing excellence, leadership, and outstanding contributions to public service.
Today, through Incongruent Consulting, Mary Ellen provides consulting, interim, and fractional communications leadership to organizations experiencing growth, transformation, or change.
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