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Hicksville, New York, United States

Develops and executes comprehensive communications strategy for Long Island, serving a diverse population; Acts as the spokesperson and media liaison for Governor Kathy Hochul's initiatives and policies; Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with key media outlets and reporters; Provides strategic leadership and counsel in addressing sensitive and confidential matters; Manages crisis communications and ensures effective public relations during challenging situations. Coordinates with… Show more Develops and executes comprehensive communications strategy for Long Island, serving a diverse population; Acts as the spokesperson and media liaison for Governor Kathy Hochul's initiatives and policies; Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with key media outlets and reporters; Provides strategic leadership and counsel in addressing sensitive and confidential matters; Manages crisis communications and ensures effective public relations during challenging situations. Coordinates with elected officials at all levels of government for unified messaging and press events; Produces various communication materials, including articles, letters, talking points, and press releases; Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to navigate and communicate government initiatives Show less

Volunteer time to assist companies with launching product-based websites; Manage day-to-day social media and website operations; Generate marketing materials for local professional service firms; Offer audio and video support services for live events, podcasts, and webcasts; Serve as communications advisor for various clients; Provide resume and business letter writing services

Manhasset, Ny

Interface with local and national media; plan and promote Town events and appearances by the Supervisor and other elected officials; work with federal, state, and local elected officials on issues and press events; provide leadership and counseling in handling sensitive and confidential issues; write and produce content for newsletters, websites, social channels, and an award-winning 24-7 cable TV station.

Long Beach, New York

Serve as special assistant to the city manager; perform a wide variety of assignments in support of operations and strategic initiatives; craft and execute communications and policy plans; interface with the media; provide expert advice and assistance to department heads; develop innovative ways to publicize and promote the City to both residents and visitors; represent the City at numerous events, meetings, and conferences

Brookville, Ny

Prepare an overall media outreach plan for the University to promote key initiatives, special events, and news; Work with University leadership to develop a strong institutional position, regionally and nationally, by driving influential and desired news coverage and significantly raising the University's visibility in the critical areas; Coordinate across the division to bring stories to life for media and external audiences via brand journalism/owned content and social media; Develop annual… Show more Prepare an overall media outreach plan for the University to promote key initiatives, special events, and news; Work with University leadership to develop a strong institutional position, regionally and nationally, by driving influential and desired news coverage and significantly raising the University's visibility in the critical areas; Coordinate across the division to bring stories to life for media and external audiences via brand journalism/owned content and social media; Develop annual, seasonal, and opportunistic PR strategies and plans, including messaging, strategic timing and tactics as part of broader integrated marketing efforts; Help set key performance indicators (KPIs) for PR and lead measurement and reporting efforts; Draft op-eds, bylines and thought pieces; Help to lead issues/crisis protocols and response; Supervise communications staff while overseeing and managing all PR agencies, vendors, and services Show less

Teach undergraduate courses for Hofstra's Department of Rhetoric in the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, helping students develop effective communication skills through a variety of communicative experiences including intrapersonal, interpersonal, interviewing, nonverbal, small group communication, and public speaking

Work with the City's management team to develop, coordinate, and deploy consistent, positive messages; Facilitate media interviews (e.g., New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Newsday, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN); Provide strategic counsel around positioning for communications, introducing new trends in online media; Specialize in crisis communications before, during, & after Hurricane Sandy; Oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of the City's online presence; Establish and drive the… Show more Work with the City's management team to develop, coordinate, and deploy consistent, positive messages; Facilitate media interviews (e.g., New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Newsday, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN); Provide strategic counsel around positioning for communications, introducing new trends in online media; Specialize in crisis communications before, during, & after Hurricane Sandy; Oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of the City's online presence; Establish and drive the City's messages across all social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter); Manage email campaigns to help increase website traffic and promote the City; Serve as writer, editor, and designer for various publications (e.g., newsletters, guidebooks, calendars) Show less

Coordinate overall marketing and public relations efforts in accordance with corporate goals; Supervise marketing and communications staff; Communicate with clients, management, internal departments, and vendors; Draft content for marketing brochures and firm newsletters; Manage client and referral databases

Write and distribute all firm press releases; Pitch stories to reporters; Coordinate media coverage and article placement; Draft business letters and speeches for members of the firm’s management team; Conduct thorough research concerning prospective clients; Write content for, and manage day-to-day operations of, all Marcum Group company websites; Devise and implement innovative social media strategies using Facebook and LinkedIn; Write, proofread, and edit work for departments throughout the… Show more Write and distribute all firm press releases; Pitch stories to reporters; Coordinate media coverage and article placement; Draft business letters and speeches for members of the firm’s management team; Conduct thorough research concerning prospective clients; Write content for, and manage day-to-day operations of, all Marcum Group company websites; Devise and implement innovative social media strategies using Facebook and LinkedIn; Write, proofread, and edit work for departments throughout the firm; Serve as the editor for the firm’s myriad newsletters Show less

Provide individual and group instruction for special and general education students; Serve as school computer tech; Write and direct plays for school show

Teach fourth grade for final weeks of school, replacing a teacher on maternity leave; Demonstrate and identify classroom organization, management, and behavior strategies

Summer Employment -- Design and maintain official city website; Assist in daily operations and maintenance of city hall computers; Use various computer programs (e.g., Photoshop, Power Point, Excel, Word, Inspiration, Front Page, Arcview GIS)

Write restaurant reviews for use on popular websites

Proof-read and prepare information for members of team staff, Madison Square Garden Executives, and local media; Work in the television booth with on-air talent; Assist in team-media conferences, score keeping

Create, produce, and host weekly call-in sports talk shows and nightly newscasts for radio and TV; Produce Hawks hockey, baseball & basketball games, Provide play-by-play, color-commentary, and interviews; Cover Major League Baseball & American Hockey League; Interview professional athletes (e.g., Mike Piazza, Al Leiter, Orel Hershiser)

M.S., Education

Activities and Societies: Graduated with honors

B.S., Communications

Activities and Societies: WFNP Radio, WNPC Television, New Paltz Oracle Newspaper