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As a strategic partner for our members, I support them by creating an integrated author journey that brings together book publishing, communications coaching, leadership strategy, and multi-media placement into a single, powerful vehicle for thought leadership so they can write and publish books that amplify their impact and honor their voice. Whether that means independent or traditional publishing, I help experts and leaders take a human-centered approach to thought leadership and a mission-driven, heart-aligned approach to writing, publishing, and promoting their book.

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

My mission is to help people independently publish books that matter. The right book will transform a business and the world, and I love helping people make it happen. I’ve worked with hundreds of authors over my career, helped launch dozens of bestsellers, and served as director of author branding at the largest hybrid publisher in the U.S.

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

As a strategist who rose to lead the department, I coached 100+ authors, including projects that hit bestseller lists and launched consulting firms, developed innovative thought leadership strategies for authors using "book as business card" approach, and created a range of new services that redefined the department.

San Francisco

Dev Bootcamp pioneered the short-term, immersive coding school model. As one of the early content strategists, I helped drive 100's of applicants through a “Bootcamp Stories” student interview series, contributed to strong SEO results in the hyper-competitive "coding bootcamp" niche market, and supported graduates through Alumni Network outreach.

San Francisco Bay Area

- Developed branded and strategic e-books, whitepapers, and blog posts for start-ups, SME's, and Fortune 500 clients.- Created ROI-driven whitepapers and e-books for clients building inbound marketing funnels- Wrote 100's of blog posts with attention to client brand voice & tone- Advised global clients on SEO strategy and content marketing through writing

San Francisco Bay Area

Attack! is an award-winning experiential marketing agency that has executed more than 100,000 events in 15 years. - Drove 100K+ impressions as manager of the award-winning "Underground Book Club"- Drove 10x corporate social media presence growth across platforms- Co-developed and managed "Social Underground" program for integrating social media with guerrilla marketing programs in accordance with WOMMA best practices

Joshua Tree, California

A non-profit providing outdoor education curriculum for schools and youth organizations, as well as challenge courses and retreats for businesses.- Promoted over 6 years from field guide to course director to program director- Guided 1000's of students on 100's of trips throughout California- Led annual staff training, oversaw two HQ relocations, and managed field risk management logistics

Cañon City, Colorado

Trained with the amazing guides at RaftMasters and finished my rafting career with Jimmy at Royal Gorge Rafting. I led daily and overnight Class III-V trips for families, groups, and any adventurous soul who came through.