Government Relations, Public Affairs and Communications for business, non-profits, local and state government. Certified SWaM - Small, Woman-Owned

Government Relations and Business Development for businesses of all size, associations, and non profits.

Key West, Florida - Represent and advise artists on business growth strategies and marketing. Design and deliver tailored corporate services in government and public affairs, strategic communications, and government relations. Effectively manage key clients such as Patten Wornam, Hatten and Diamonstein LC, Columbia Gas of Virginia and Virginia Gas Company. Leverage insight and experience in order to improve client return on investment.

A Key West, Florida-based decorating company specializing in painting and high end wallcoverings in the commercial and residential sectors. Responsible for running the business, including accounting, marketing/advertising, client interaction, painting and wallcovering.

Florida licensed mortgage broker specializing in mortgage origination in the Florida Keys.

Seamlessly integrated employee and customer communications, corporate contributions, political lobbying, and regulatory affairs. Promoted public, governmental, and regulatory affairs throughout Virginia and nationwide. Ensured that all messages were consistent and impactful to advance financial goals and corporate vision. Continually improved corporate customer and employee communications. Provided targeted lobbying; implemented legislative agenda in both state and federal arenas. Performed extensive media work with camera, radio, and print. Served as an expert regulatory witness. Completed management training. *Hand-picked by CEO to orchestrate a critical/complex merger which aligned the staff and provided functional integration. *Championed the development of customer-focused communications and regulatory/legislative strategy to strengthen Virginia’s first energy deregulation program.

Effectively promoted the Chairman’s objectives for energy policy and deregulation. Arranged travel for speaking engagements and events. Served as a White House Liaison Officer for FERC; screened and hired Schedule C political appointees.

Served as the Confidential Assistant to the Assistant Secretary; coordinated the delivery of highly sensitive information. Held Top Secret security clearance. Promoted and asked to move to the FERC.

Summer job(s). Summer 1981, top grossing sales person in pool swim shop. Summer 1982, camp counselor in the children's program