Full-service eCommerce distribution and wholesaling organization.

Responsible for defining and executing communications strategies to protect and promote the Sunrise brand among current and prospective customers as well as team members.My efforts entailed oversight of crisis, PR/media relations, content marketing, and internal team member and departmental communications.As a leader of the corporate communications function for a highly matrixed healthcare management company, I worked swiftly and effectively across various departments, served as a visible and trusted counselor during crises and in handling sensitive issues, and helped lead and nurture a high-functioning team.

• Strategically manage high-visibility B2B and B2G client accounts and campaigns advancing thought leadership and awareness objectives• Craft, inform, and implement senior-level strategic PR and social media plans and programs for satellite, aerospace & defense, technology, and non-profit clients• Supervise the quality of execution of client scope of work • Contribute to business development efforts by evangelizing agency success stories, serving as an industry expert, and developing forward-looking best practices• Manage, lead, and grow Sage’s traditional & social media practice to continually evolve the company’s methodology, execution, and measurement of our client engagements • Responsible for managing multiple teams, including skills development, performance reviews, and career growthSpecialties: Cybersecurity & Technology, Space & Satellite, National Security, Defense, Government

As Vice President, I provided strategic counsel and project leadership across Xenophon’s network of clients that included the energy and utility, healthcare and transportation industries. My responsibilities entailed fostering C-Suite relationships, strategic planning/messaging, media relations, client budgeting, new business, crisis communications and leading elite communications teams.Specialties: Energy & Utilities, Healthcare & Benefits, Transportation & Infrstructure

As a Senior Account Supervisor my responsibilities included the strategic development and implementation of communications programs and elevating clients' corporate profiles for some of the most recognized clients in the country on some of the toughest issues challenging organizations today. During my time at H+K I represented several major associations, over thirty of the top energy/natural gas companies in the world, the Big 12 college athletic conference, Deloitte, McKesson Corp in healthcare, and several tax and financial organizations including global PR for HSBC Bank.Specialties: Energy, Sports/Entertainment, Healthcare & Finance

Managed and executed communication department goals and advertising/communications programs while promoting and maintaining consistency of the CBHF's brand identity across international media/landscape. Coordinated public appearances and special events for President Clinton and Bush and managed fundraising development and materials which exceeded annual fundraising goals within the first six months.

As Director of the Global Affairs Team, I was the team leader responsible for all public affairs clientele in the DC office including; foreign governments, trade associations and Fortune 500 corporations while supervising an international team of seventeen direct reports.

As an Account Supervisor I provided strategic communications counsel for marquis clients and managed staffing, budgeting, and other critical account management activities for multiple clients.

I managed political advocacy and member relations for 300+ companies and 45,000 advocates while representing the Association before members of Congress, state organizations, and local communities.• Spearheaded advocacy campaigns to promote the essential role of America’s mining industry in supporting national economic, energy, and security goals, highlighting the connection between mining, secure supply chains, and sustainable development.• Facilitated engagement between the mining sector and grassroots organizations, strengthening relationships and fostering a collaborative approach to advance public policies beneficial to the industry.• Led a team in organizing high-impact events and initiatives that raised the profile of the U.S. mining industry's contributions to technology, healthcare, transportation, and infrastructure, ensuring alignment with world-leading environmental, safety, and labor standards.• Supported the NMA and leadership before Congress, federal agencies, the judiciary, and the media, effectively advocating for policies that enhance America's ability to fully and responsibly utilize its vast natural resources.• Developed strategic partnerships with more than 250 member companies and organizations involved in mining, from production to equipment manufacturing, to unify the industry's voice in advocating for American manufacturing and economic security.

• Developed and implemented comprehensive public affairs strategies to enhance the visibility and influence of the AANA within the healthcare industry and among policy-makers, representing over 59,000 members and approximately 90% of CRNAs in the United States.• Led advocacy efforts at local, state, and federal levels to promote legislative and regulatory policies favorable to nurse anesthetists, utilizing in-depth knowledge of healthcare policies and regulations.• Fostered strong relationships with healthcare professionals, industry stakeholders, and government officials to advance the association’s objectives and elevate the role of nurse anesthetists in the healthcare system.• Managed crisis communication and public relations campaigns to address issues impacting the profession, ensuring a positive and consistent image of the AANA and its members.• Coordinated with the regulatory and government affairs teams to produce engaging and informative content for the AANA’s digital platforms and publications, emphasizing the contributions of nurse anesthetists to patient care and the healthcare industry.

Lingamfelter for Delegate - Campaign Aide - 2001Janklow for Congress - Deputy Campaign Manager - 2002Russ Potts for Senate - Campaign Manager - 2003Hunt for Senate - Campaign Manager - 2003Kilmer for Congress - Campaign Manager - 2004

As the Special Assistant to the NRCC and President of Kelley Consulting, I provided leadership for state and federal elected officials on multiple levels.• Supervised the official offices and developed legislative strategies for multiple representatives in Virginia, Florida, and West Virginia. • Led multiple federal and state campaigns where I managed all campaign offices, staff and finances and led all communications and advocacy efforts. A list of campaigns is available upon request.• Developed and executed all press and media operations for campaigns, including press conferences, speech writing, releases, position papers, debate preparation, and messaging. Liaised with the White House, Congressional leadership, state governors, and other officials with campaigns across the nation and supported Presidential visits and special events.