I’m a creative professional with 23 years of internal and external communications experience and honed expertise in all aspects of successful, public relations, marketing, sales, advertising and event planning, market research and management across diverse industries, segments and practice areas including Technology, Maritime, Public Affairs, Not-for-Profit, and Consumer. I excel in managing multiple projects concurrently with strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and follow-through capabilities.I’ve led creative teams, corporate communications groups and integrated campaigns that effectively reinforced and built brand images. I'm an expert in strategy development, tactical concepts implementation, and content development. My corporate experience includes working with account teams and special projects for Hewlett Packard, iBeam Broadcasting, NCR, Moller International, Us Records, Globalstar, LP, Schlumberger Technologies and Bay Ship & Yacht.As an entrepreneur, I have had the opportunity to start several companies and work with small business owner/operators to design and implement cost-effective targeted campaigns while gaining experience, sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts and managing budgets.I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations in 1997 from San Jose State University and enhanced m writing, communications, interpersonal and organizational skills throughout my career. Further, I’m proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, Access, and OneNote and Adobe Professional Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Light Room, Acrobat Distiller, ImageReady, InDesign and QuarkXpress and Portrait Professional.Lastly, I’m a passionate FCC-licensed amateur radio operator (KJ6IGQ) and NAUI-certified recreational SCUBA diver, and I currently hold a USCG Masters License with a 50GRT Near Coastal rating with a towing endorsement and I’m an avid photographer.