I Initiate and lead strategic communication plans that engage partners in meaningful and rewarding ways, while at the same time, champion the organization’s mission and honors its values. I have 30 years of progressive leadership experience in non-profit environments, hold a master’s degree in applied communication from Indiana University, have taught at the college level and served as a consultant to non-profits in effective communication.Specialties: Lead all communication initiatives with a focus on creating a unified plan, identifying the most productive channels and presenting a consistent brand. Oversee creative staff and manage the use of numerous outside vendors, media partners, agencies and freelancers.Most of my work is in a global context. I have extensive experience working in cross-cultural communication and working with very diverse teams, representing multiple nationalities and backgrounds. This has provided me the opportunity to handle communications and crisis communications with a focus on diversity and inclusion on a large scale. It has also provided me the opportunity to deeply connect to development and environmental initiatives in a global context, such as clean water, sustainable farming, micro-economics, climate issues, irrigation and so on.
Listed skills include Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Leadership, and 25 others.
