Full scope obstetric RN at a rural community hospital. Integral part of the interdisciplinary team. Frequently charge nurse, preceptor, and participate in OB clinical practice council. Developed and implemented mock code for full staff. Delivered continuing education to ED nursing staff. Participate in ongoing unit projects. Union co-chair and key member of negotiations team. Just as comfortable in the highest and lowest risk rooms, or managing projects and staff.

I owned and operated a small business in Western MA that supported and educatesd growing families through pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Bellyfull Birth served hundreds of families with doula care and childbirth education, and was firmly established in the community with a recognizable and reputable presence. I was involved in growing a number of like-minded organizations through leadership and marketing, including Green River Doula Network and Grow. I provided prenatal, birth, and postpartum support to mothers and families in the Hilltowns and Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and beyond.

Graphic design, web support, and marketing for non-profits and socially and environmentally responsible small businesses. I provided freelance design work for print and web applications, executed marketing and social media campaigns, and provide strategic marketing support to organizations in Massachusetts and beyond.

Bottom line responsibility for VCW's marketing department and campaigns including print, web and on air. Played a significant role on the leadership team, bringing years of experience and perspective to the table. Participated in corporate strategy, long term goal setting, and budget management. Undertook a major rebranding of the company upon my arrival and completed the project in my short time at there. Updates included renaming the company, logo redesign, and online presence. Spearheaded a multi-media ad campaign welcoming a new highly visible staff member that was widely acclaimed across the region. Built a social media presence using all available channels and mediums.

Built highly successful accomplishments in a series of progressively responsible positions over six years at the non-profit membership organization. Oversight and responsibility for OTA’s conferences, information products and advertising products. Promoted and educated trade and opinion leaders about organic products throughout the United States and Canada, through production of annual policy conference, organic education conference, co-sponsored education events, and information products.