Experience

New Albany Plain Local Schools

• Director of Communications

  • Jul 2012 - Present

  New Albany, Ohio Providing communication direction for the New Albany - Plain Local School District, developing community engagement and support to share the success of students, faculty and staff.



Ohio Department of Education

• Associate Director, Communication and Outreach - Media

  • Dec 2010 - Jun 2012

  Responsible for the coordination of media relations for the agency. Working to build outreach opportunities, proactive media efforts, telling the story of student and school performance and overall support for school districts across the Buckeye state.



Office of Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner

• Director of Communications

  • Jan 2007 - Dec 2010

  Responsible for all communications for Ohio Secretary of State, Jennifer Brunner reporting directly to her in an advisory capacity • Supervise a team of 16 to accomplish goals for public affairs, media, special events and outreach for the Ohio Secretary of State • Develop and nurture relationships with national, state and local media, print, broadcast and electronic to promote message and activity for the Ohio Secretary of State



Jennifer Brunner Campaign

• Director of Communications

  • 2006 - 2007



Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation

• Special Projects Coordinator

  • May 2004 - Jun 2006

  Responsible for the planning and execution of all internal and external events & communication programs • Supervised a staff of six including a graphic designer, writer, two event planners and two audio-visual specialists • Provide strategic direction for all special projects at the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation



Stonewall Columbus

• Director of Development and Communications

  • Aug 2001 - May 2004

  Responsible for all sources of media coverage for Stonewall Columbus • Responsible for agency fundraisers and special events including sponsorship and ad solicitation, ticket sales, logistics and promotional marketing strategies • Reviewed and drafted grants that resulted in direct program support and sustainability for community organizations



Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

• Public Information Officer

  • Mar 1998 - Aug 2001

  Served as the primary liaison between the citizens of Ohio and Ohio EPA technical staff and officials • Created information for the Office of Environmental Education including brochures, fact sheets, grant summaries, news releases and web content • Oversaw the grant coordination process including new applicant review, recommendations for funding and tracking of previously funded projects. Trained educators and grant seekers on proposal writing for maximum financial rewards •… Show more Served as the primary liaison between the citizens of Ohio and Ohio EPA technical staff and officials • Created information for the Office of Environmental Education including brochures, fact sheets, grant summaries, news releases and web content • Oversaw the grant coordination process including new applicant review, recommendations for funding and tracking of previously funded projects. Trained educators and grant seekers on proposal writing for maximum financial rewards • Represented the Ohio EPA at conferences across Ohio, including; the Environmental Education Council of Ohio, Ohio Education Association, Ohio Alliance for the Environment and the Science Education Council of Ohio

• Public involvement coordinator

  • 1998 - 2001



The University of Akron

• Assistant Director of Admissions

  • Apr 1995 - Aug 1997

  Coordinated recruitment activities in a travel area consisting of 148 high schools in eastern Ohio, western Pennsylvania and West Virginia • Presented information to prospective students and families regarding the application process, admission requirements, program offerings and financial aid resources • Coordinated the Guidance Counselor Advisory Board, the Akron Alumni Recruitment Team and the College Planning Speakers’ Bureau • Served as an academic advisor for new student… Show more Coordinated recruitment activities in a travel area consisting of 148 high schools in eastern Ohio, western Pennsylvania and West Virginia • Presented information to prospective students and families regarding the application process, admission requirements, program offerings and financial aid resources • Coordinated the Guidance Counselor Advisory Board, the Akron Alumni Recruitment Team and the College Planning Speakers’ Bureau • Served as an academic advisor for new student orientation and instructor for University 101 to acclimate new students Show less