• Inform and inspire Northrop Grumman’s employees through the development and execution of integrated communications plans and tactics• Ensure that all messaging is cohesive and consistent with the company’s strategic vision and brand by engaging with stakeholders across a matrixed organizational structure• Simplify complex technical information into compelling content for external audiences

Responsible for creating, implementing, and measuring the success of an award-winning public relations program for the National Cherry Blossom Festival, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that produces more than 50 events and programs annually in Washington, DC.• Independently lead all media relations efforts, generating billions of impressions annually• Serve as primary media contact, provide on the record comments as needed and facilitate interviews with key spokespeople • Lead… Show more Responsible for creating, implementing, and measuring the success of an award-winning public relations program for the National Cherry Blossom Festival, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that produces more than 50 events and programs annually in Washington, DC.• Independently lead all media relations efforts, generating billions of impressions annually• Serve as primary media contact, provide on the record comments as needed and facilitate interviews with key spokespeople • Lead all social media efforts for the Festival's Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@CherryBlossFest)• Received first place for "Best Media Relations Campaign" from International Festivals and Events Association • Managed website relaunch of nationalcherryblossomfestival.org with creative agency and team of web developers Show less

Internship at boutique PR agency specializing in comprehensive radio and television media relations services to clients in multiple sectors.