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Washington, Dc, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Serve as the lead sustainability & corporate policy and regulatory advisor for UL Solutions (formerly Underwriters Laboratories), the industry's leading multinational safety science and product testing company. Collaborate across the enterprise to develop policy, strategy, communications, and outreach for internal and external stakeholders.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Provided consultation to global communications agencies and nonprofits in advancing their clean energy and environmental capabilities, including business development, strategic planning, communications, and engagement strategies.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Led one of Edelman’s largest communications contracts supporting the U.S. Department of Energy in advancing its mission. • Led a high-performing matrixed team of 20+ staff and subcontractors, driving communications and stakeholder engagement across 12+ offices.• Provided counsel on thought leadership, outreach planning and implementation, narrative frameworks, messaging and collateral material, research reports, events, media relations, social/digital marketing, media training, training… Show more Led one of Edelman’s largest communications contracts supporting the U.S. Department of Energy in advancing its mission. • Led a high-performing matrixed team of 20+ staff and subcontractors, driving communications and stakeholder engagement across 12+ offices.• Provided counsel on thought leadership, outreach planning and implementation, narrative frameworks, messaging and collateral material, research reports, events, media relations, social/digital marketing, media training, training and curriculum, crisis and DEI communications, executive positioning, creative assets (videos, infographics), presentations, and more.• Issues included public affairs (direct support for DOE Secretary), international affairs, energy efficiency and renewable energy, environmental health, and science and technology solutions for a clean energy transformation.• Cultivated a collaborative, inclusive team culture, improving employee engagement and program impact.• Increased revenue by $4M+ within nine months through business development and enhanced client trust. Managed all aspects of contracts, budgets, staffing, and operations. Show less

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Directed EPA's Center for Corporate Climate Leadership, a resource center that supports organizations in measuring and managing greenhouse gas emissions. • Provided consultation to countless companies, federal agencies, and The White House to facilitate advancing their work in energy management, climate and decarbonization strategy, and more, as well as counsel addressing and communicating climate-related issues, and building competition and visibility to advance change. • Designed and… Show more Directed EPA's Center for Corporate Climate Leadership, a resource center that supports organizations in measuring and managing greenhouse gas emissions. • Provided consultation to countless companies, federal agencies, and The White House to facilitate advancing their work in energy management, climate and decarbonization strategy, and more, as well as counsel addressing and communicating climate-related issues, and building competition and visibility to advance change. • Designed and implemented media strategy and business-to-business-focused outreach to elevate best practices. Developed and promoted technical tools, ground-tested guidance, educational resources, and opportunities for information sharing and peer exchange for organizational climate leadership. • Served on internal and external working groups to advance sustainability and climate action. Provided strategic communications counsel for division-wide program content, outreach, and policies.• Led two high-level national awards programs, driving voluntary competition and setting industry standards. Show less

Washington, D.C.

As the lead speechwriter in the nation's water office, coordinated internal and external communications that supported the release of program policies, regulations, and guidance. Wrote and edited speeches, congressional testimony, video scripts, articles, background materials, and more for EPA senior officials. Managed the development, review, and clearance of communication roll-out plans and related materials. Identified and oversaw multiple speaking opportunities and events for officials to… Show more As the lead speechwriter in the nation's water office, coordinated internal and external communications that supported the release of program policies, regulations, and guidance. Wrote and edited speeches, congressional testimony, video scripts, articles, background materials, and more for EPA senior officials. Managed the development, review, and clearance of communication roll-out plans and related materials. Identified and oversaw multiple speaking opportunities and events for officials to highlight administrative priorities. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Oversaw communications, partner engagement, and multiple programmatic elements for two national voluntary emission reduction programs. • Directed communications for EPA’s Green Power Partnership, a national program that assisted ~1,500 organizations across multiple sectors and industries in procuring renewable energy. • Drove expansion of the U.S. renewable energy market, supporting Fortune 500® companies and small businesses to local and tribal governments, in one of EPA’s most… Show more Oversaw communications, partner engagement, and multiple programmatic elements for two national voluntary emission reduction programs. • Directed communications for EPA’s Green Power Partnership, a national program that assisted ~1,500 organizations across multiple sectors and industries in procuring renewable energy. • Drove expansion of the U.S. renewable energy market, supporting Fortune 500® companies and small businesses to local and tribal governments, in one of EPA’s most successful partnership programs.• Developed the narrative around clean power, expanded visibility, and increased engagement; amplified partner accomplishments that educated, inspired, and transformed the market. • Served as primary representative for program communication requests and media inquiries. • For EPA’s Center for Corporate Climate Leadership, built up the Center from inception. Planned, organized, and directed all elements, from program development and branding to stakeholder relations and outreach.• Led two high-level national awards programs with NGOs - managed criteria, planning, and communications with stakeholders; served on planning committees for respective conferences. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Managed several communication elements for U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR Products and Labeling Branch to promote energy efficiency among the U.S. population and strengthen the brand. Included cultivating and managing partnerships that educated and empowered youth and communities about energy efficiency through hands-on learning, from the national through local level. Managed development of educational activities, national-platform messaging, and materials for stakeholders to leverage EPA's… Show more Managed several communication elements for U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR Products and Labeling Branch to promote energy efficiency among the U.S. population and strengthen the brand. Included cultivating and managing partnerships that educated and empowered youth and communities about energy efficiency through hands-on learning, from the national through local level. Managed development of educational activities, national-platform messaging, and materials for stakeholders to leverage EPA's information. Oversaw large-scale campaign events nationwide, from the proposal process through planning and implementation with sponsors. Coordinated formative research that drove the program's social marketing activities. Planned and conducted media strategy and outreach, securing top-tier media coverage, and served as a spokesperson for ENERGY STAR. Show less

Washingon, D.C.

On detail to CEQ's Office of Federal Sustainability, supported implementation of Executive Orders and related federal sustainability policies and programs across the federal government. Coordinated with federal agencies and White House components to ensure achievement of statutory requirements related to environmental performance. Oversaw major redesign and relaunch of the Office of Federal Sustainability website (sustainability.gov) to facilitate navigation, strengthen accountability, and… Show more On detail to CEQ's Office of Federal Sustainability, supported implementation of Executive Orders and related federal sustainability policies and programs across the federal government. Coordinated with federal agencies and White House components to ensure achievement of statutory requirements related to environmental performance. Oversaw major redesign and relaunch of the Office of Federal Sustainability website (sustainability.gov) to facilitate navigation, strengthen accountability, and improve transparency. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Provided strategic oversight and support in the development of numerous award-winning national public education campaigns. For example, provided day-to-day project management for FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program that included developing and implementing strategic outreach plans, overseeing media relations, developing messages and materials that expanded campaign reach, pitching and writing articles for trade and consumer publications, disseminating information to key audiences, and… Show more Provided strategic oversight and support in the development of numerous award-winning national public education campaigns. For example, provided day-to-day project management for FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program that included developing and implementing strategic outreach plans, overseeing media relations, developing messages and materials that expanded campaign reach, pitching and writing articles for trade and consumer publications, disseminating information to key audiences, and building stakeholder/influencer outreach. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.

Developed and implemented national-level social marketing/public health education campaigns, primarily with a focus on behavioral change, for federal health agencies (CDC/NIH), foundations, and nonprofits. Coordinated all phases - from research and planning to implementation and evaluation. Built and led partnerships that expanded camapaign reach. Awarded group NIH Plain Language Award.

Master'S Degree, Public Health (Mph)

Bachelor'S Degree, Communications