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New York, Ny, Us

San Ramon, Ca, Us

Develops and executes the global corporate communications and PR program for Five9 (Nasdaq: FIVN), working closely with leadership on large cross-functional projects. - Creates the strategy for the corporate communications program and oversees the PR program to expand Five9’s presence globally- Owns the management of global PR agencies- Owns and executes the speaking and awards programs, customer PR, data storytelling programs - Works closely with Customer Marketing to develop advocacy programs and PR initiatives that showcase customer success and thought leadership

New York, New York, Us

As the Director, Global Communications for Braze, I led the strategy and execution of the global communications program. I managed a high-performing team and oversaw public relations, executive communications, financial communications, and social media. -Head of communications for Braze. Created the strategy and oversaw the execution of the global communications program to expand Braze’s presence worldwide. -Led financial communications for Braze (Nasdaq: BRZE) collaborating closely with Investor Relations and Legal-Managed a high-performing team based out of London and New York-Worked closely with regional marketing teams to expand Braze’s presence globally -Led cross-functional and complex projects across the company-Built scalable programs and processes in collaboration with various groups within Marketing and other departments, including Finance, Legal, and People

New York, New York, Us

-Helped shape and execute Braze’s corporate communications strategy-Led and managed corporate financial communications (Nasdaq: BRZE)-Led the team's Customer PR program -Data PR leader that analyzed raw data and BI analytics to create strong storylines for press -Oversaw the management of the Braze Speaker Bureau program that supported various comms initiatives; secured and developed top-tier earned speaking opportunities for executives at events like MWC, Collision, Web Summit, SXSW, and more. -Oversaw the management of the awards program -Cross-functional leader that worked with other departments across the company to conceptualize and drive larger projects forward-Partnered with the People team to create campaigns that drove recruitment marketing initiatives -Created content and oversaw the management of social media platforms, as well as the company's employee advocacy platform-Managed the team’s comms intern program

New York, New York, Us

-Helped shape and execute Braze’s communications strategy-Created and implemented the team's first-ever Customer PR program-Orchestrated and launched the company's first-ever employee advocacy program -Orchestrated and launched the company's first-ever Speaker Bureau program -Owned Braze’s speaking & awards program that supported various comms initiatives. Secured top-tier earned speaking opportunities for executives at CES, SXSW, Web Summit, Collision, MWC, and worked closely with executives to develop content. -Cross-functional leader that's worked with other departments across the company to conceptualize and drive larger projects forward-Collaborated with various groups within the global marketing team (content marketing, brand marketing, demand generation, product marketing, customer and partner marketing)-Partnered with the People team to create campaigns that drove recruitment marketing initiatives -Owned the team’s data and analytics measurement-Created content and managed social media platforms-Managed the team’s comms intern program

Waltham, Ma, Us

Led media relations, influencer/analyst relations and social media strategy for clients. In this role, I created, delegated and executed strategic media campaigns. Owned media relations, social media and content development. - Core media relations person on account — strong relationships with local, regional and national top-tier press including broadcast, as well as trade press- Day-to-day client contact- Wrote top-tier press releases, bylines, blog posts- Wrote pitches for campaigns and launches to serve as a template for the team with no oversight from manager- Drafted amplification memos for each media hit- Stayed on top of client and industry news – leveraged it for regular proactive outreach to reporters on behalf of clients - Crafted creative ideas for clients each week - Stayed up-to-date on PR trends and client trends- Suggested social media ideas and stayed up-to-date for the team on new social media platforms/ideas/information - Managed and optimized paid social campaigns for clients on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn- Oversaw and offered strategic counsel on speaking and awards programs

Waltham, Ma, Us

Core media relations and social media practitioner. Handled a large bulk of the media outreach, including writing projects, and social media and content development.- Media outreach – local, regional and national top-tier including broadcast- Managed and optimized paid social campaigns for clients on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn- Core content bureau person. Wrote press releases, bylines, blog content, etc. - Assisted in crafting and creating corporate messaging campaigns- Stayed up-to-date on PR trends and client trends- Suggested social media ideas and stayed up-to-date for the team on new social media platforms/ideas/information - Helped to train new employees

Waltham, Ma, Us

A core support person for account teams. Mentored new employees, understood the best practices of InkHouse and helped instill them for each account. Handled lower level media relations and was a core social media asset for accounts teams.- Media outreach - Stayed up to date on PR trends and client trends- Core team organizer/deadline tracker- Wrote press releases, marketing content, bylines and blog posts- Core social media practitioner- Managed client social media profiles - Managed paid social campaigns- Helped coordinate paid media opportunities / content marketing Named InkHouse MVP 2017 Nominee

Waltham, Ma, Us

Viewed as the organizational glue for account teams. Kept account teams on top of deadlines, prepared materials for client meetings in advance, handled monthly reports, media lists, coverage tracking and social media monitoring. Was the go-to person for account teams regarding where things stood for any initiative. - Handled day-to-day logistics and team assignments- Core team organizer/deadline tracker - Identified trends, opportunities and new reporters to pitch- Prepared weekly trackers and assembled elements of quarterly performance dashboards - Tracked deadlines and approached the team for input at appropriate times - Assisted in drafting press releases for distribution, bylines and blog posts- Clipped all media coverage and monitored social channels- Maintained and created media lists and editorial calendarsNamed 2015 InkHouse Account Coordinator MVP

South Burlington, Vt, Us

- Ben & Jerry’s “All Star” Award Winner 2013- Assisted the Ben & Jerry's Corporate Senior Global Marketing Director at promotional events- Selected as team leader at large national off-premise events - Coached and motivated new employees to efficiently work together and promote Ben & Jerry’s mission and values - Managed large influxes of money and documented bank statements - Created content and managed the Saratoga Scoop Shop's Instagram account (@benandjerrys_saratoga)

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- Assisted constituents regarding matters relating to services throughout Central New York- Photographed images and assisted with media and government relations during the Senator’s events- Catalogued press clips, crafted government proposals and legislative documents to be sent to the Washington, D.C. office

Syracuse, New York, Us

- Managed The College of Arts & Sciences Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn accounts- Utilized Hootsuite to manage social media scheduling- Created images used on social media accounts- Promoted various programs and events through social media - Generated and scheduled a weekly social media itinerary which organizes material for publishing on various platforms- Created content for The College's #FacultyFacts segment on Twitter

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- Photographed images for print and digital media promoting Women’s Basketball, Women’s Ice Hockey, as well as other on-campus events- Wrote articles as a Beat Writer

Indianapolis, In, Us

- Liaison between the Student Athletes and the NCAA to report concerns and legislative issues - Organized community outreach events and community service- Collaborated with other SAAC reps to create a leadership certificate training program for Student Athletes

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Communication, International Relations