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United States

West Columbia, US

Leads multidisciplinary teams in the development of brand strategy, executed through integrated marketing and communications programs. Specific expertise in the alignment of organizational culture and business strategy as building blocks to the brand marketing enterprise. Counsels C-suite executives in leadership development, corporate culture and internal.

Co-founded CreateAthon, a 24-hour pro bono marketing program, at Riggs Partners. Led it from a single event in 1998 to a national pro bono service program achieving 501(c)3 status in 2013. Program has recruited more than 100 different marketing teams to service in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico, delivering more than $25 million in pro bono service to the.

West Columbia, US

Served as head of account planning and service function at the agency, leading teams in the formation of brand strategy and delivery of integrated marketing and communications programs. Significant brand-building experience in sectors such as healthcare, financial services, professional services and nonprofit organizations.

Columbia, SC, US

Managed the department's marketing and public relations functions, leading teams of writers, art directors and producers in the formation of marketing strategy and creative deliverables to support the state's economic development initiatives. Worked closely with research staff to shape winning cases for business and industrial recruiting efforts.

Served as writer on corporate marketing and communications teams. Assigned to national accounts as a strategist in developing effective communications to support the acquisition of major accounts. Worked closely on human resource initiatives, gaining key insights and experience in shaping internal communications.