QLogic is a leading global provider of data center networking and storage networking infrastructure solutions. - Direct and develop internal and external communication strategies across the organization in support of shareholders, employees and management. - Manage PR/marketing agency partners throughout U.K., Germany, Japan, China and Israel so that return on investment and impact are tracked with each project. - Work collaboratively with business units on annual roadmaps that drive important announcements and product or services campaigns. - Execute campaigns, programs, initiatives and partnerships to drive organizational initiatives. - Concept, develop, execute social media programs, manage platforms - Manage analyst relations, including market research and briefings

Bolt PR is an award-winning public relations and social media management agency specializing in areas such as Sports, Technology, Entertainment, Food & Beverage and more. Major projects included developing a marketing/press strategy that resulted in the tipping point of chip technology adoption across a global industry, the re-branding of a quick service food chain and launching an interactive campaign that led to 750+ new customers in a three-month time frame. Other duties included: • Conceptualized and directed account strategy, as well as internal agency strategy.• Managed daily operations of agency, including human resources and monthly billing.• Led a team of 12 employees with a leadership style that allowed learning as part of professional growth and performance to be recognized and rewarded. • Directed, delegated and supported day-to-day account activities and strategy implementation.• Developed and led agency-wide internship program to foster future talent.• Oversaw 32 accounts totaling $250,000 in monthly retainers and project fees. • Accounts included: Winder Farms, Rubio’s, Anaheim Packing House, BASI Pilates and more.

• Supported day-to-day efforts for notable accounts, such as: SC Johnson, Unilever and Starbucks.• Honed marketing prowess through continual stretch assignments and a focus on understanding the process behind the work.

• Supported VP of Communications, drafted policy briefings and executed webinars that contributed to standards implementation.• Navigated the challenges of a large organization and effectively collaborated with all levels so that projects stayed on track and met timeline commitments.