Jeff Mochal

Jeff Mochal is a highly strategic, forward-thinking corporate communication executive with over 20-years of experience. Jeff has lead multi-channel public relations campaigns, media relations, social media governance, crisis communication management and employee communication; and has experience on both the agency and client side.

Currently, Jeff is the SVP, Head of Public Relations at LPL Financial, where he is leading external communications for the nation's largest independent broker-dealer and leader in the retail financial advice market. LPL Financial serves $500 billion in brokerage and advisory assets, assisting more than 14,000 independent financial advisers and more than 700 financial institutions. Jeff serves as LPL's spokesperson and media expert, responsible for setting the direction for the PR department.

Previously, Jeff served as the Senior Director of Global External Communication at McDonald's Corporation where he led global external communication for McDonald's and it's 33,500 restaurants throughout 119 countries.

Jeff also previously managed corporate communication at Conagra Foods, Inc and Hardee's Food Systems, Inc.

To his colleagues, Jeff is known for his authenticity, collaboration and high integrity.

Current areas of focus:

· Corporate Communication

· Executive Communication & Management

· Media Relations

· New Media

· Public Relations

· Leadership/Professional Development

· Team building & Management

· Communications Strategy

· Corporate Marketing & Brand Reputation