Words fascinate me. For more than 10 years, I've used words to build brands, bring people together, and tell powerful stories. Whether it's working to improve internal communications, thoughtfully announcing acquisitions, or giving a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of a chronically ill patient, I know that every word matters. After starting my career in the non-profit world connecting low-income families with important services, I found my way to healthcare. Somewhere between long-from copy and social media posts, I zeroed in on communications. I've had the opportunity to work closely with executive teams with fun, internal communications, like upcoming employee engagement events or holiday extravaganzas. I've also had the challenge of delicately sharing difficult news. Through it all, I worked to foster connections between departments — and between executives and employees. I have managed events, prepared talking points, created presentations, written countless executive communications, answered difficult questions, and broken down silos. All with words. It's amazing the difference they make.