Executive Director

• Aug 2017 - Present

Associate Director, Interactive Marketing

• Oct 2016 - Jun 2017

Senior Manager, Interactive Marketing

• Aug 2014 - Sep 2016

I am responsible for strategizing, planning and overseeing the execution of LWR’s interactive (social media, web, & digital video) marketing and communications. These holistically support identification, engagement, stewardship and renewal of LWR donors: individuals, congregations, church bodies, foundations, governments, and corporations. These also promote Lutheran World Relief’s brand, and develop a substantive, responsive presence online. • LWR’s social media presence engages key audiences and promotes LWR. Social employees build relationships with current and potential donors, peers, and key influencers; help build LWR’s brand; and contribute to the knowledge base of their respective fields.• LWR’s web strategy ensures that users can find quality content that demonstrates WHY and HOW people can get involved with LWR; the information architecture and design makes it easy for people to find the information they need; and usability and functionality makes it easy and appealing to get involved with LWR.• LWR’s digital video strategy creates high-quality videos that inform, inspire and engage both internal (staff) and external (donors, potential donors, peers and partners) audiences about a variety of topics.I am also responsible for providing leadership to the External Relations department for measurement and accountability, helping lead quality analysis of the department’s work.

Interactive Marketing Manager

• Jan 2013 - Jul 2014

Managed all online, interactive communications and marketing. Led LWR's social media, web content strategy, and online advertising. Focus on audience-centered engagement, clear & compelling communication, & measurement and analysis of progress that propel us toward our goals. Regularly speak to congregations about LWR's work and mission of sustainable development. Travel internationally to lead communications about emergency relief, telling stories through written word, photo and video.

Social Media Manager

• Jun 2010 - Jan 2013

Oversee and manage LWR's social media presence, engaging U.S. Lutheran audiences in the work and mission of LWR. Editor and primary writer for LWR's Blog. Offer high level of meaningful engagement across social media platforms, and aligned social media strategy with larger marketing & external relations strategies.

Board of Directors - Marketing Chair

• Mar 2014 - Jul 2015

Coverage Pastor

• Oct 2012 - Jul 2013

Pastor of Urban Ministry

• Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

Called by Spirit of Christ Lutheran to explore new models of ministry. I started a weekly community gathering in my apartment that included people of varying backgrounds who could gather together and discuss "big" questions about life together, humanity and divinity. Lutherans, Catholics, Athiests, agnostics, and label-less were able to come together in a safe space and find common cause in community. Called by Spirit of Christ Lutheran to explore new models of ministry. I started a weekly community gathering in my apartment that included people of varying backgrounds who could gather together and discuss "big" questions about life together, humanity and divinity. Lutherans, Catholics, Athiests, agnostics, and label-less were able to come together in a safe space and find common cause in community.

Teaching & Learning Technologist

• Jan 2009 - Jun 2010

Helped faculty develop skills and experience in learning design. Focused on backwards design for learning, online engagement, web design best practices and evaluation. Helped faculty develop skills and experience in learning design. Focused on backwards design for learning, online engagement, web design best practices and evaluation.

Intern Pastor

• Sep 2006 - Aug 2007

Youth Director

• Aug 2001 - Aug 2003