Veteran communications and public affairs professional. Award-winning former journalist for major metropolitan daily newspapers for two decades. Years of proven communications leadership and superb earned media skills. Plain language evangelist. Manager.Hands-on experience in government auditing. Skilled in politics, legislative processes and government as well as public policy of all sorts. Experienced in nonprofit world. Intimate familiarity with federal, state and local policies and government structures. Knowledge and experience with transportation issues including tolled lanes, public-private partnerships and electric and autonomous vehicles. Steeped in fiscal and tax policy. I'm a details guy, but my expertise is in explaining policy to ordinary folks. ("I help the nerd herd get their words heard.") Excellent writing skills and oral communications prowess. Experienced editor and manager.