As a freelancer for The Buckeye Flame, I like to focus on stories about the LGBTQ community within the topics of education, health & wellness, and elder care.- Interviewed subjects for solutions journalism stories - Provided quality 1000+ word articles on deadline

Provides a content strategy solution for purpose-driven organizations such as therapy and mental health practitioners, local restaurants, holistic health practitioners, LGBTQ organizations, and more companies that seek to improve the community and the planet through quality services and products. -Coordinated with clients to determine frequency of posts and desired topics-Performed in person or virtual consultations with clients -Developed and updated monthly content strategy calendar-Wrote blog, website, and social media copy-Shared original blog content and outside content via social media outlets

- Led communications team in planning, creating, and scheduling all social media content - Developed visual identity for Project Green Challenge and created all visual assets using Canva- Provided live social media coverage of PGC Finals in California - Assigned and reviewed copywriting assignments for social media and blog - Wrote email marketing and newsletter copy; utilized Emma to design emails

- Developed and implemented a monthly content calendar across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter sharing 15+ posts weekly - Created digital toolkits for rapid response political actions - Shared relevant political news across social media channels - Designed social media graphics, infographics, and email graphics using Canva design app- Created analytics tracking spreadsheet for monitoring week over week trends on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter as well as monthly growth and engagement goals

- Coordinated outreach to nonprofit partners of the Project Green Challenge, a 30 day environmental challenge for high school, college, and graduate students to engage with sustainability education and activism - Developed an environmental curriculum for high school and college educators to teach in alignment with the themes of the Project Green Challenge - Managed social media content strategy across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, including writing and scheduling posts using Buffer - Used EMMA to develop daily email blasts - Created social media graphics using Canva - Managed a team of student interns assisting with outreach and social media

Content Marketing & Press -Liaised with outside PR agency to manage press and social media execution of nationwide floral donation to frontline workers during COVID-19 pandemic-Developed and implemented content strategy for national and regional brands including blog, web, social media, and video-Established position as a thought leader in the potted plant and orchid industries -Contributed article content to industry publications (print and online) and pitched articles to publications -Coordinated press campaigns and contribute to press/media budget-Reviewed and approved blog and social media content -Developed and implemented Instagram influencer marketing program -Developed and executed content strategy in line with company marketing objectives and five year planProgram & Project Management-Coordinated with Cleveland Botanical Garden and area Orchid Societies to collaborate on sponsorships and programming in line with Green Circle Growers brands-Created, assigned, and oversaw creative projects Branding & Positioning-Developed branding guidelines for strong brand position in the market-Created unique brand personas to facilitate communication with audience -Developed brand content for private label customers -Led content redesign for company website Management & Admin-Collaborated with outside agency to approve blog, advertising, and web content -Supervised a content team including social media coordinator, marketing intern, and partial oversight of junior graphic designer-Presented strategic recommendations to senior leadership team

Naturepedic specializes in the design and manufacturing of quality organic mattresses for adults and children, promoting health and safety with superior materials and craftsmanship.-Developed Thought Leadership program and strategy-Developed brand hierarchy and content mission statement -Crafted advertising copy for print and digital (including paid search)-Wrote blog and social media content in coordination with Social Media Manager-Maintained up to date messaging, website copy, and product descriptions for over 80 SKUs-Crafted and maintained B2B product copy for use on authorized retailer websites -Managed the creative development for a new product line of luxury mattresses -Coordinated with Internet Marketing Manager, Social Media Manager, and Graphic Designers within marketing department to create and promote effective content

Henry Company purchased West Development Group (WDG) in September 2014, and I transitioned into Henry's purchasing team from my position with WDG. Purchasing and Operations Duties:-Negotiated with vendors regarding pricing, supply agreements, credit terms, etc.-Issued and received purchase orders for stock and expense items, expediting as required-Coordinated closely with operations manager and plant manager-Assisted Shipping & Receiving department as needed for backup-Input completed work orders from production team-Performed monthly cycle counts in all zones of facility

West Development Group is a family-owned business in LaGrange, Ohio. WDG manufactures and distributes high quality spray polyurethane foam and silicone coatings and sealants for roofing applications. PURCHASING-Developed purchasing forecast based on projected annual growth-Coordinated purchasing of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted supply for optimum efficiency-Collected market data and coordinated with vendors to ensure short- and long-term supply strategies-Developed and maintained relationships with over 40 vendors and suppliers-Sought out new vendors for new or alternative products-Maintained lowest possible costs -Advised management regarding opportunities for supply and exclusivity agreements -Reduced raw material spending by 9% on a $3.1M spendSALES AND SHIPPING-Received and processed customer purchase orders to create sales orders-Prioritized sales based on customer need and production status -Coordinated production and shipment of independent sales representative consignment material-Liaised with freight brokers to negotiate best shipping rates-Maintaiedn monthly and quarterly sales reports -Processed requests for product or literature samplesPRODUCTION-Coordinated with office manager and plant manager to develop production schedule of foam, coatings, and sealants-Maintained records of material production to ensure accurate adjustment of inventory-Recorded and processed inventory count at end of each month

-Prepared weekly newspaper advertisements-Entered new listings, status changes, and open house information into online databases-Composed mailings-Created marketing flyers for realtors

-Supervised a three-student Peer Career Adviser staff who performed outreach about internships-Provided assistance in writing and reviewing resumes and cover letters-Promoted knowledge of Career Center resources regarding internships and assisted students with finding and applying for intern positions-Cooperated with Alumni Office to implement student-alumni job shadowing program -Planned summer job fair for students to find opportunities for summer employment

Various roles at Wilmington College:Intern with the Center for Service and Civic EngagementResident AssistantIntern with the First Year Experience OfficeStudent assistant to the campus ministerStudent assistant in the Dean's office