As Web Communications Manager, I work closely with marketing, media and technology teams, as well as communications representatives throughout the University, to create compelling content that demonstrates the University's strengths and core messages. My work focuses on message development, writing, editing; project management; implementation of guidelines and instruction, and other related duties. I develop, edit and manage content for the website, intranet and other online communications, and am responsible for internal and external web communication projects, from concept to completion. I also ensure online materials meet message, quality and consistency standards.

As Marketing Coordinator, I supported and coordinated execution of the firm's marketing plan, which included project management and writing for marketing campaigns, website and intranet content, public relations efforts, social media and events. I worked with attorneys and government relations professionals, their secretaries, business development managers and firm administration to promote and prep attorneys and GR teams, and to communicate internally and externally about the firm's achievements. Some of my daily tasks included::: Write, prepare images and post content for the website and intranet:: Collaborate with design, web and IT teams to develop and execute various web projects:: Manage blog content for multiple blogs:: Draft and update attorney bios with impactful, digestible content:: Increase workflow efficiencies by developing processes that improve communications and accountability

As GBA’s Communications Director, I worked with various program directors to implement communications initiatives to cultivate the membership-based nonprofit organization. I shared stories, successes, inspiration and lessons learned from across the region as they related to the creation of healthy and high-performing buildings. I also created a new annual magazine to highlight the region's sustainability projects, achievements and leaders.Some of my daily tasks included::: Wrote press releases and worked with the media to discuss GBA's latest achievements:: Wrote and managed blog and weekly newsletter content:: Assisted with event preparation, execution and promotion

As Communications Director for Controller Wagner's office, I worked together with the Controller and senior staff to oversee the development and production of communications materials, strategies and events. Some of my daily tasks included::: Created and edited various collateral materials:: Managed web content:: Communicated with County departments and external constituents:: Produced and monitored social media content:: Served as media liaison

As founder and coordinator of an annual dodgeball tournament fundraiser, I raised over $30,000 for the Zachary Bryden Shoemaker Foundation, which I created to help a friend's family with medical, travel and other costs to manage and improve their son's quality of life after a car accident left him severely brain damaged, requiring round-the-clock high-quality care and maintenance. I founded the event in 2008 and handled all aspects, including planning, development, promotion, donations, budget, volunteers, media coverage and follow-up.Once the tournament raised a comfortable amount for Zack's care, I partnered and shared profits with other local organizations that had helped Zack and kids like him, including Heinz Pediatric Rehab, the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Allied Services.

As Communications Specialist, I worked with the mayor's Press Secretary in overseeing the development and production of communications materials distributed by all City departments, including marketing collateral, newsletters, brochures, website content and more. I drafted and edited various documents and publications, organized web content, communicated with City departments, produced and monitored social media content and assisted with mayoral events.Some of my daily tasks included::: Produced content for media, community organizations and citizens, including press releases, media advisories, statements, newsletters, proclamations, flyers and more:: Worked closely with IT department to update City's website:: Prepared mayoral talking points, letters, speeches, bios, one-pagers:: Served as Press Secretary when necessary:: Developed and implemented new, engaging comprehensive social media plan

As an initial intern, I assisted the Heart Ball Director and Go Red for Women Director with fundraising and networking events, which included managing spreadsheets and mailings, helping with sponsor communications, assisting with event preparation/execution/clean up and follow-up communications. I was so moved by the fulfilling work and the incredible team, that I went on to work part-time for the AHA and remained a volunteer for many years.

As a freelance writer after graduating from college, I wrote feature and cover stories based on people I interviewed and events I covered.