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Summerville, Sc, Us

Summerville, South Carolina, United States

Eagle Ridge Middle School, Ashburn, Virginia

I teach 8th grade Civics and Economics.

Chantilly, Virginia, United States

In this role, I delivered strategic direction and oversight of communications including messaging, media presence, and social media platform administration. I also supervised and supported the Strategic Communications Department (2-member team). ➞ Co-led and ensured the quality of a cross-departmental Digital Marketing Communications team (8-member team). ➞ Wrote speeches, presentations, and talking points; developed quality content.◤ Success ◥ ★Created and executed strategic communication plans and digital content strategies and expanded brand within the community.★ Interfaced with the media and built a strong brand; leveraged organizational, DC, and Capitol Hill relationships to achieve success.★ Improved efficiency and impact of member communications during a time of organization growth.★ Removed silos and bridged gaps between departments through innovative improvements to cross-departmental communications.★ Conceived, developed, and executed video content for advocacy and marking purposes.★Served as “PIO” during COVID-19 crisis, writing & distributing critical & timely information to fire service leaders all over the world. ★ Restructured a money-losing biweekly digital newsletter into a revenue-increasing solution. ★ Established a print magazine at little cost to the organization, fostering additional opportunities to engage with members & partners.★ Served as Awards Program Manager; Ben Franklin Award for Valor, Fire Chief of the Year & President’s Awards of Recognition.★ Trusted liaison and SME; sustained relationships with key stakeholders including the Constitution, Bylaws and Resolutions Committee, Executive Fire Officers Section, and Human Relations Committee.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

In this role, I provided astute media and communications strategies to drive legislative agendas, missions, and milestones. I also coordinated and facilitated educational workshops, webinars, and training for executive leadership, members, and staff.➞ Instilled quality business skillsets by educating elected county government officials on best practices, risk and mistake mitigation, and reputation management via media and community relations.➞ Served as NACo’s trusted liaison to partner organization, The National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO); educated, mentored, and guided elected county government officials on prosperous communication strategies and media outreach best practices.◤ Success ◥ ★ Increased media coverage of the association, especially on Capitol Hill; immense experience in directing the communication of NACo’s legislative and federal funding priorities on behalf of the nation’s 3,069 counties.★ Composed and disseminated information to members/elected county government officials; wrote and managed a 56-page Media Relations Guide for County Officials outlining ways to strengthen communication skills, improve local media presence, and direct quality media messaging, programs, and services.★ Raised public awareness of essential county government services by collaborating with local officials to identify and overcome challenges.

Washington, Dc

Matched students with impactful Congressional Leadership Program benefits and offerings including highly engaging internships.Served as a trusted advisor and succession planner to ensure all learning & development aligned with student goals and company values.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

In this role, I served as spokesperson and brand manager for Congressman Sherwood L. Boehlert (NY-24). ➞ Wrote and disseminated news releases, op-ed columns, newsletters, and direct mail correspondence. ➞ Scheduled and tracked weekly engagement such as radio interviews and media events.◤ Success ◥ ★ Increased the Congressman's media presence on Capitol Hill and home district.★ Redesigned the Congressman’s website to improve communication of his legislative priorities and constituent engagement.★ Served as spokesperson and heavily contributed to Congressman Boehlert’s successful reelections in both 2000 and 2002.

Albany, New York Area

◤ Success ◥ ★ Raised media presence across New York State to grow and sustain media partnerships, especially on radio and in community newspapers. ★ Tracked and communicated the Attorney General’s achievements on behalf of New York State consumers and crime victims.

Bachelor'S Degree, Journalism

Activities and Societies: College newspaper reporter.

Master'S Degree, Policy And Labor Studies