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Lead new award program that aims to recognize and develop excellence in science communication by reserach scientists and by early career, local, and freelance science journalists.

Overall responsibility for management of $40 million, 15-year program – National Academies Keck Futures Initiative (NAKFI) – of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. NAKFI’s objectives include enhancing the climate for conducting interdisciplinary research, and breaking down related institutional and systemic barriers. We work toward these objectives by harnessing the intellectual horsepower of the brightest minds from diverse backgrounds who apply to attend our annual… Show more Overall responsibility for management of $40 million, 15-year program – National Academies Keck Futures Initiative (NAKFI) – of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. NAKFI’s objectives include enhancing the climate for conducting interdisciplinary research, and breaking down related institutional and systemic barriers. We work toward these objectives by harnessing the intellectual horsepower of the brightest minds from diverse backgrounds who apply to attend our annual “idea-tank” style conference to contemplate the real world challenges of our day; and by awarding seed grants – on a competitive basis – to participants to enable further pursuit of bold, new ideas and inspirations generated at the conference. The generative ideas that surface in this process are the impetus for collaborative efforts with new partners toward new frontiers, and often remind us that the whole is better than the sum of its parts.During my tenure with NAKFI I have worked with a team to develop a model for innovation that challenges the boundaries between disciplinary silos by providing opportunities and tools for the best researchers and creative practitioners to move fluidly across fields and sectors. Much has changed since NAKFI's inception, and today I contemplate the program's sequel. A new journey that embraces NAKFI's past successes with the changes taking place in the conduct of science, engineering and medicine, and in the scope, breadth and interconnected nature of the pressing issues facing our national and world. When I'm not busy dreaming with colleagues about how to create models and platforms that invite people from around the globe to create and innovate, I ponder why I'm so lucky to work with an inspiring team on an extraordinary program. Show less

-Advised President, Board, and Executive Director on communications, practice- and scientific-related issues, recommended and implemented appropriate action.-Co-managed organizational visioning and strategic planning process.-Worked with related dental organizations, the FDA, Centers for Disease Control, other organizations and corporate partners as appropriate to monitor research, develop andimplement collaborative programs.-Assisted in the development of strategic… Show more -Advised President, Board, and Executive Director on communications, practice- and scientific-related issues, recommended and implemented appropriate action.-Co-managed organizational visioning and strategic planning process.-Worked with related dental organizations, the FDA, Centers for Disease Control, other organizations and corporate partners as appropriate to monitor research, develop andimplement collaborative programs.-Assisted in the development of strategic marketing,advertising and public relations programs to help members increase revenues in a downward socio-economic climate.-Conducted membership research; based on analysis of member needs, identified and developed resources that increase the awareness of periodontists, and enable members to strengthen relationships with referring colleagues.-Managed member assistance and activities related to third party issues, including monitoring member feedback regarding difficult insurance companies and procedure codes.-Created, developed and implemented strategic communications programs, including: media relations, crisis communications, public education and professional relations programs to increase awareness of periodontal disease and treatment options; prepared AAP spokespersons for interviews and implemented annual spokesperson training.**Media relations program developed to achieve more than 1,900 article placements, resulting in nearly 450 million audience impressions annually.**-Developed and managed annual budget of $2 million forcommunications, practice management, and scientific programs.**Decreased budget by nearly $300,000/year by improving project efficiencies.**-Established and supervised department procedures with 5 staff and outside vendors, as appropriate.-Revised consumer and media sections of Web site and managed content.**More than doubled number of regular site visitors.** Show less