With 25 years of diverse communications experience, I am an award-winning public relations executive with a proven track record in media relations, executive messaging and strategy, crisis communications, internal communications, and corporate brand strategy. My experience spans consumer products and safety, travel & tourism, economic development, education, manufacturing and technology. As a decisive and collaborative leader, I apply problem solving, adaptability and discipline to excel in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and deliver strong results that support business goals. I am an expert presenter and spokesperson with regional, national and international media and am accredited in public relations by the Public Relations Society of America.As the Vice President of PR and Communications at Destination Cleveland, I lead the internal and external communications strategy, planning and execution on an enterprise scale to enhance the Cleveland brand, influence public opinion, and build and maintain the reputation of Destination Cleveland. In my role, I have led the brand media relations and crisis communications planning for Cleveland's hosting of the 2020 Presidential Debate, 2021 NFL Draft, and 2022 NBA All-Star Game.My Destination Cleveland role afforded me the opportunity from July 2015 through December 2016 to oversee outreach to local, regional, national and international media on behalf of the Cleveland 2016 Host Committee for the Republican National Convention. Opinions expressed are my own. Shares ≠ endorsements.
Listed skills include Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, and 19 others.