I have led high-profile external and internal communications programs for a diverse range of companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 50 technology companies. Currently I am a Director of Internal Communications & Employee Engagement for Global Finance at Expedia Group. Previously, I served as the media relations manager at Alaska Airlines. I managed proactive and reactive media relations for the customer experience, product introductions, new markets, sponsorships, key marketing initiatives, Alaska Lounge and managed external events like the annual Copper Chef Cook-off. Before joining Alaska, I have worked at several leading PR firms including WE Communications, Porter Novelli and Weber Shandwick supporting a range of technology clientsI have supported numerous brands including Expedia, Alaska Airlines, Google (Cloud: Platform, Workspace, Public Sector, Financial Services, Go-to-market/Customer), Microsoft (Windows, OEM hardware, silicon partners, Corp PR, IR), Hewlett Packard, Cognizant Technologies, Kodak, WatchGuard, WTIA, HomeStreet Bank, magniX, City of Kent and Puget Sound Energy. I am a utility player and have deep experience in corporate pr, mergers and acquisitions, crisis communications, investor relations, integrated communications, media relations, strategy and message development, content development, internal communications, account management, event planning, product launches, product reviews, and competitive programs.