Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2025 Promoting ‘Old Ironsides’ is Saugus man’s job F By Mark E. Vogler or more than two years, Petty Offi cer 1st Class Raymond Minami has worked as the Navy’s public affairs officer/ communications director, fi elding questions from the news media and the public about “Old Ironsides.” That’s the nickname for the historic and U.S. Navy’s oldest commissioned warship (227 years old) that is moored in the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston. The Saugus man’s LinkedIn site describes his job as an “Accomplished public affairs professional overseeing strategic communication and media relations for the historic USS Constitution.” In addition, it says his position is also supposed to “Proactively develop and execute comprehensive communication plans to promote the USS Constitution’s misIf We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available HE TAKES PHOTOS, TOO: In the course of his job as communications director for the USS Constitution, Petty Offi - cer 1st Class Raymond Minami has developed an expansive collection of photos of the ship, including this one of the famous warship moored in the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston. (Courtesy of U.S. Navy; Photo by Petty Offi cer 1st Class Raymond Minami) sion, events, and initiatives to a diverse range of stakeholders.” He is also supposed to “Establish and maintain relationships with local, national, and international media outlets to enhance the visibility and positive reputation of the USS Constitution as a major recruiting asset. Serve as the primary spokesperson, eff ectively communicating the ship’s rich history, educational programs, and community engagement eff orts to the public. “ C ollabor a t e with cross-functional teams to coordinate high-profile events, ceremonies, and public appearances, ensuring a consistent and compelling message. Utilize social media platforms and digital channels to engage audiences, cultivate a vibrant online community, and promote the USS Constitution’s unique story. “Drive successful public affairs campaigns, garnering media coverage, increasing public interest, and fostering public support for the USS Constitution’s preservation and US Navy’s mission abroad. Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and regulations in public aff airs to continually enhance the ship’s communication strategies and maintain compliance. Develop and direct commuRAY MINAMI: The Petty Offi - cer 1st Class has developed into a local expert on the USS Constitution through his assignment with the U.S. Navy. (Courtesy photo of the U.S. Navy) nications strategies and visions for the U.S. Navy’s oldest warship and national landmark. Lead communications staff in external/ internal communications and manage user experiences for over 600,000 in-person visitors and over 30 million virtual guests.” Petty Offi cer 1st Class Minami has been a Mass Communications specialist in the US Navy for more than a dozen years and has become somewhat of an expert on the USS Constitution.
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