Led by Principal Tony Fadell (Nest Founder, iPod inventor, iPhone co-inventor), Build Collective is an investment and advisory firm, working with engineers and scientists developing foundational deep technology. With 200+ startups in the portfolio, Build Collective invests its money and time to help engineers and scientists bring technology out of the lab and into our lives.Providing guidance and coaching to portfolio companies to help accelerate development, while bridging the gap between startup's deep technical knowledge and the understanding of various stakeholders, helping to build credibility, attract investment, and pave the way for commercial success. Messaging, GTM strategies, regulatory considerations, content creation, thought leadership, stakeholder education, investor communications, market positioning, and media relations.Lobe (acquired: Microsoft), 3D Hubs (acquired: Protolabs), Menlo Micro, Plumerai, Understory, JetZero

Strategic communications, regulatory affairs, government relations, media relations, community relations, executive/c-suite communications, corporate communications, crisis communications, reputation management, and litigation communications.Ex. clients- Mobilitie (acquired by BAI Communications)- Stanford Health Care- Metropolitan Transportation Commission, RM 3 ($4.45 billion transit & highway project)- Outside Lands - Alaskan Iditarod Racer

Lobbyist and public affairs lead for the City of Chicago's most influential organization since 1904. I worked for the first female CEO in the 100+ year history of the Chamber. Representing business of every size and sector from Fortune 500 companies, SME's, to start-ups, I worked with government bodies and agencies at the local, state, and national levels. Managed/oversaw operations of the Chamber Public Policy Committee and Political Action Committee (PAC). Facilitated visits by elected and government officials.Ex. Legislative advocacy- Ridesharing - Homesharing - Autonomous vehicles - Digital Privacy and Right to Know Data Transparency - North Branch Framework (industrial corridor modernization initiative and redevelopment)- IL Tri-State Tollway ($4 billion project)- O'Hare International Airport Modernization Program- Obama Library- George Lucas Museum- Affordable Requirements Ordinance (residential developments)- Amusement tax- Sweetened beverage tax

Researched, collected/analyzed data, and wrote briefs on technology, tax, small business, and economic development issues for internal and external use. Created collateral and marketing materials for membership/external communications.

Led and managed 12 member publication team; oversaw the editing process and all aspects of publication.

Worked as a strategic consultant for the city of Gary, Indiana on urban revitalization issues (specifically land use and abandoned buildings) and led/organized community outreach initiatives. Reported to former Chicago Mayor Daley, Gary Mayor Freeman-Wilson & top Gary, Indiana city officials.

Wrote press releases, statements, speech outlines for the Mayor, and blog posts, as well as, performed related research. Monitored, tracked, and analyzed news and created digest sent to Mayor, press office leadership, and city officials. Routinely interfaced with the media, city officials, and the public.

Provided academic support, literacy programming, and English instruction to refugee students kindergarten through fifth grade.

Wrote news stories. Managed and delegated responsibilities to staff of 8 news and feature writers to produce bi-monthly publication.