Experienced Chicago-area freelance writer and editor. More than 15 years of hands-on writing and editing for businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Expert in synthesizing complex information and crafting a cohesive, compelling story. Skilled in traditional and digital media, copywriting for websites, brochures, sales tools, e-newsletters, fundraising appeals, articles, presentations and more. Published journalist and creative writer with interest and experience in writing and teaching creative nonfiction and fiction.Specialties: Business-to-business marketing communications; donor, member and employee communications; organizational and thought leadership communications; message development; content development; copywriting; editing; health, wellness and human resources topics; teaching creative writing (memoir, personal essays, fiction).