Experience

National Association of Investment Companies (NAIC)

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager

  • May 2023 - Present

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OCG+

• United States
• Public Relations and Communications Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Integrated Communications Director

  • Apr 2022 - Apr 2023

  THE SAVVY COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIST • Led the strategic direction for social impact focused client accounts, i.e. account management, barrier removing, client consulting • Established integrated, multi-channel communications strategies and campaigns to support clients’ business goals and increase public relations, i.e. digital activations, event planning • Wrote key messages, news releases, talking points, social content, program maps, and tactical engagement plans for various client accounts • Managed account budgets for staffing, travel, and strategy execution • Supported the CEO with strategy and planning recommendations reflecting both immediate needs and long-term initiatives Show less



Goodwill Industries of Delaware & Delawre Cnty

• United States
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Strategic Communications and Engagement

  • Oct 2020 - Mar 2022

  THE COMMUNICATIONS CONNECTOR • Developed, implemented, and evaluated program’s strategic communications plan • Managed design, editing, and production process of all communications collateral i.e. presentations, social media content, newsletters, brochures, etc. • Planned and directed cadence of community events, public education campaigns, and stakeholder listening sessions; and served as official spokesperson • Managed annual community engagement budget of $30,000; worked with CFO to assess and justify needs, compile annual cost projections, etc. • Supervised community engagement coordinators Show less



NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Communications Strategist

  • Aug 2018 - Jul 2019

  THE TECHNICAL TRANSLATOR • Developed and wrote clear and concise communications products including speeches, talking points, presentations, memos, and other communications collateral for 4 C-Suite executives • Collaborated with technical subject matter experts to translate the ideas, objectives, government position, and management philosophy into messaging absent of scientific jargon • Oversaw executives’ strategic internal comms. campaigns including employee “Lunch ‘N Learn” and “All-Hands” series • Coached executives on speech delivery and provided ongoing constructive feedback • Directly interfaced with OSAC management to develop complex written content including responses to sensitive issues and topics Show less



State of Delaware

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Communications Strategist

  • Mar 2017 - Aug 2018

  THE EXECUTIVE ENGAGER • Worked with Cabinet Secretary, Deputy, and Communications Director on appropriate responses to emerging issues that confronted the dept. • Worked collaboratively to share the Cabinet Secretary's first internal communications strategy (i.e. employee communication, wellness challenges, office spotlights, etc.) • Wrote, edited, and revised a broad range of communication products including speeches, event briefs, and communications plans on behalf of Cabinet Secretary • Worked with the Deputy Secretary on high-impact executive positioning opportunities, such as conference appearances and speaking engagements • Co-led the development and implementation of department’s social media use and policy Show less



Teach For America

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Communications Specialist

  • Jan 2014 - Feb 2017

  • Assisted in copywriting for various marketing materials, including brochures, fact sheets, email marketing campaigns, social media, etc. • Developed promotional videos, infographics, images, and curated photograph and video library for use on multiple platforms and in conjunction with school sites when needed • Executed strategic plan to increase awareness of the TFA leadership and mentorship program by pitching partnership opportunity with local university for first generation college students • Coordinated with legal counsel on public affairs issues, including media responses • Represented TFA at community events, seminars, conferences, etc. Show less