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I lead external, internal and brand communications for Carrix and SSA Marine, the largest marine terminal operator in North America, and one of the largest, independent marine terminal operators in the world.

Provide strategic counsel across brand storytelling, media relations, fundraising, influencer/social media and community engagement activities, in close partnership with Market Foundation staff.The Market Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Pike Place Market and supports the heart and soul of Pike Place Market: it’s people. The Foundation accomplishes this by providing critical funding for the Health Clinic, Food Bank, Senior Center, Pre-school, Market Commons and more.

Lead all sustainability communications and manage a broad portfolio of ongoing corporate communications initiatives for mission-driven technology company.Convoy is the nation's most efficient digital freight network. We provide high quality, sustainable truckload transportation services, and apply data and technology to address inefficiencies in trucking. Backed by many of the world’s leading innovators, Convoy is on a mission to transport the world with endless capacity and zero waste.

Independent corporate communications consultant specializing in strategic brand positioning, media relations and executive media training.

Corporate and consumer communications leader with deep experience overseeing public relations, brand positioning, corporate reputation, thought leadership, executive visibility, global communications, media relations, digital strategy and crisis communications for brands including Xbox (Microsoft), SAP Concur and California Walnuts, among others. Promoted from Vice President/Group Director and Vice President.

Created, developed, and executed comprehensive, strategic public relations campaigns for a variety of high profile brands in Mattel’s Girls, Boys & Games Group, including Hot Wheels, Matchbox and a dynamic portfolio of entertainment-licensed toys from Disney, 20th Century Fox, Cartoon Network and the WWE.Managed three external PR agencies and internal team in the development and execution of PR campaigns to generate ongoing brand/product publicity.

Consistently developed compelling, results-oriented public relations programs for clients such as Nestlé, Mattel and Dole that delivered national media coverage, drove sales and increased consumer awareness.Served as the primary client contact and managed all client budgets, ensuring that all campaigns met stated goals and budget requirements. Worked as part of management team to oversee practice operations, clients, staff and new business outreach efforts to ensure long-term health and profitability of the firm.Oversaw hiring and staffing for all accounts. Served as supervisor and mentor to junior staff members, guiding the professional careers of direct reports.

Managed, led and motivated a full-service account team serving 11 premier food brands. Clients included See’s Candies, Morton’s Steakhouses, Meridian Vineyards, Marie Callender’s Restaurants and Earthbound Farm organic produce. Responsible for guiding and professionally developing employees, staffing and enhancing the profitability of the group.Promoted from Account Supervisor.