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Build framework and communications standards for global teams of writers, editors, designers and photographers to deliver compelling content about the humanitarian work of a faith-based nongovernmental organziation serving more than 100 million beneficiaries in 100 countries. Manage proven communications strategy, messaging and process for dozens of projects that reach half a million donors and constituents monthly, resulting in more than $180 million in annual private revenue. Products include direct mail packages, donor magazines, gift catalogs, brochures, web, podcasts and multimedia features, video, and e-philanthropy and social media campaigns.

Wrote and edited publications and feature articles for a variety of clients, including Auction Systems, Colorado Parent, Pikes Peak Community College, CompUSA and the U.S. Department of Justice.

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

Conducted Microsoft and Mac office suite training for professional client groups, including county school system. Created customized curricula.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Planned and implemented awareness and outreach strategies for Maryland programs for children with disabilities. Developed, wrote and managed distribution of publications, video and public service announcements about programs required under the newly passed Americans with Disabilities Act. Award-winning materials for families, physicians, educators and lawmakers remain a national model in public awareness for this discipline. Video, "A Vision for Maryland's Young Children" was part of a successful effort to secure an additional $500,000 in state funding.

Baltimore

Wrote news and feature articles, brochures, press releases and coordinated special events for corporate clients, including American Cyanamid, Harbor Place and the Port of Baltimore.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Researched, wrote and edited articles for general and scientific audiences of "Agricultural Research," monthly, and "Extension Review," quarterly, magazines.

Non-Profit Management Certification Program

Masters Program, Professional Writing, Editing, Design

Bachelor Of Science, Magna Cum Laude, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Economics