I’m a dynamic communications and fundraising leader with more than 25 years of experience in diverse sectors working to improve health and create social impact. Most recently, I joined Initiative, the world's fastest growing media planning and buying agency, as the head of marketing for their U.S. market.I’m a strategic communications expert and C-suite advisor with a clear focus on delivering results and advancing organizational objectives. Over my career, I have mastered multiple communications channels and developed integrated communications programs to activate and engage diverse audiences.I’m a razor-sharp writer and award-winning editor who can distill complex scientific and public health information into persuasive communications products. I’m a big-picture thinker with the ability to spot trends and connect the dots.As a results-driven fundraiser, I have a solid track record of managing comprehensive development programs including individuals, government, foundation, and corporate sources. I have secured eight-figure major gifts and have managed development portfolios totaling more than $20 million in annual revenue.As a team leader, I am skilled in cultivating talent and harnessing high levels of collective impact. Finally, I’m a passionate humanitarian and advocate for the needs of marginalized and vulnerable populations.Communications and development expertise: strategic communications, social media, public health communications, science and health writing, editing, publications development, websites, video productions, media outreach, public affairs, brand building, events, presentations, speech writing, crisis communications, risk management, thought leadership, fundraising, capital campaigns, grant writing, moves management, prospect research.Subject matter knowledge: HIV/AIDS, global health, public health, community health, neglected tropical diseases, Hepatitis C, infectious diseases, obesity and tobacco prevention, maternal and newborn health, biomedical research, emergency medicine