As the Director of Community Engagement at Twitch, I lead the strategy and development of programs that empower and connect Twitch's diverse and passionate communities - inclusive of the Twitch Unity Guilds, Ambassador, MeetUps and Creator Camp programs. With over 20 years of experience in online creation and production, I have a deep understanding of the needs, challenges, and opportunities of top internet creators and partners.Previously, I was the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Twitch, where I managed a team of advisors and producers who supported over 1,000 top broadcasters inclusive of celebrity clientele across various genres and formats. I also initiated and supported new creator formats via strategic incubation, securing over $4 million in sponsorship for programming. Additionally, I developed and executed department-wide strategies for talent servicing, and operated in-person and virtual seminars, workshops, and events for partner education. I am a YouTube Certified Audience Growth expert, and a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University with a BFA in Drama - Directing and Cornell University with a certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. My mission is to enable and inspire online creators to achieve their creative and professional goals, and to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Listed skills include Entertainment, Digital Media, Video, Film, and 45 others.