Writes official press releases and written statements for ranking memberDevelops and implements communications strategies for ranking memberCorresponds with reporters and stakeholders on energy and natural resourcesWrites briefing materials regarding speaking engagements, official travel, media eventsManages and creates social media and online content

•Planned and coordinated official travel for the Secretary of Energy•Produced official briefing materials regarding speaking engagements, official travel, and media events•Developed and implemented communications strategies for Department of Energy policy •Managed social media and online content for the energy.gov website

•Reviewed and analyzed relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to SSI, SNAP, and Medicaid •Provided research/analytical pertaining to Lifeline’s budget, data sharing, and accessibility•Mapped and defined parameters for the design, capabilities, and functionality for eligibility verification system for voice service subsidies including •Anticipated challenges and provided policy recommendations regarding the Lifeline eligibility determination process•Wrote briefings and… Show more •Reviewed and analyzed relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to SSI, SNAP, and Medicaid •Provided research/analytical pertaining to Lifeline’s budget, data sharing, and accessibility•Mapped and defined parameters for the design, capabilities, and functionality for eligibility verification system for voice service subsidies including •Anticipated challenges and provided policy recommendations regarding the Lifeline eligibility determination process•Wrote briefings and other deliverables for the implementation of new reforms Show less

Led weekly educational programs for hundreds of high school and middle school students from across the country. Served as the academic and logistical leader of the instructional staff, while overseeing programs as large as 300 students weekly. •Hired, managed, and coached a staff of 30 new Program Instructors yearly•Directed programs; oversaw programs as large as 300 students weekly•Represented Close Up to a variety of external audiences and communicated the companies… Show more Led weekly educational programs for hundreds of high school and middle school students from across the country. Served as the academic and logistical leader of the instructional staff, while overseeing programs as large as 300 students weekly. •Hired, managed, and coached a staff of 30 new Program Instructors yearly•Directed programs; oversaw programs as large as 300 students weekly•Represented Close Up to a variety of external audiences and communicated the companies mission/policies •Built and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders (teachers, parents, lawmakers, students, vendors, speakers)•Collaborated with staff across departments to create and implement outreach & brand advocacy efforts•Developed and executed strategies to meet company goals pertaining to hiring, partnerships, and program development Show less

•Taught civic education to 20-30 new students each week using D.C. as a classroom •Provided logistical support for program operations with hotels, buses, and other vendors •Promoted to advance two positions; Recognized for leadership, teaching ability, and professional abilities

•Wrote official congressional statements, policy briefs, talking points for speaking engagements •Built and maintained relationships with lawmakers, government officials, and staff•Exposure to the Federal policy making process, key stakeholders, and legislative affairs•Developed and maintained social media analytics, website content, and a legislative tracking system •Drafted official communications material including media advisories, press releases, and constituent… Show more •Wrote official congressional statements, policy briefs, talking points for speaking engagements •Built and maintained relationships with lawmakers, government officials, and staff•Exposure to the Federal policy making process, key stakeholders, and legislative affairs•Developed and maintained social media analytics, website content, and a legislative tracking system •Drafted official communications material including media advisories, press releases, and constituent correspondence Show less

•Wrote and edited articles and conducted interviews •Used effective qualitative techniques to support magazine output•Acquired skills with cross-cultural communication and journalism