About me
Every organization has a story worth telling.
My passion is helping organizations discover it, shape it and share it in ways that build trust, strengthen brands and create meaningful connections. I'm a communications, marketing and brand strategist, journalist, photographer and storyteller experienced in helping organizations communicate with clarity, purpose and hear. I transform complex ideas into compelling stories and communication strategies that inform, engage and inspire.
I’ve served as a trusted advisor to senior executives, healthcare leaders and military commanders across federal agencies, military organizations and healthcare systems, including the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, U.S. Army Joint Multinational Training Command, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Winn Army Community Hospital and Tripler Army Medical Center/Pacific Regional Medical Command.
My experience spans strategic communications, marketing, brand management, executive communications but, media relations, crisis communication, employee engagement, community outreach and digital storytelling. At the heart of every role has been a simple belief: people connect with people. Whether interviewing a member of Congress, military senior leaders, physicians, park rangers, scientists or community volunteers, I've found that the most meaningful stories are the ones that help people understand an organization's mission and the people behind it. Photography and visual design have become natural extensions of that philosophy. Combined with writing, they allow me to create communication that informs, engages and leaves a lasting impression.
I'm excited to bring my enthusiasm, knowledge and experience to help organizations and individuals communicate with greater clarity, authenticity and purpose. I believe the best communication doesn't simply share information. It builds relationships, strengthens brands and inspires confidence. Whether developing a communication strategy, strengthening a brand, writing a feature story or capturing a photograph, my goal is always the same - help people connect through authentic, meaningful communication. I'm looking forward to partnering with organizations, communities and individuals who share that vision.
National Recognition
Recipient of Department of Defense Thomas Jefferson Awards; Department of the Army Keith L. Ware Awards; and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Herbert A. Kassner Awards - the highest honors for excellence in communications, public affairs and visual information.
Skills
Core Expertise
Strategic Communications | Executive Communications | Healthcare Communications | Crisis Communications | Media Relations | Stakeholder Engagement | Community Engagement | External Affairs | Government Affairs | Reputation Management | Strategic Planning | Content Strategy | Digital Communications | Global Communications | Leadership | Project Management
Creative & Digital Tools
Adobe Creative Cloud (Advanced) | Canva | Hootsuite | Microsoft 365 | SharePoint | CMS Platforms | Social Media Platforms
AI & Emerging Technology
Microsoft Copilot | Claude | Gemini | Perplexity | Adobe Firefly | Canva AI
For details, go to Skills in Practice.