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Atlanta, Georgia

Writer of speeches, op-eds and other materials for former U.S. president and first lady, as well as CEO and board chair. Content creator and editor for NGO website and variety of print publications across all programs. Editor of direct mail collateral. Co-wrote proposal that qualified as semifinalist for $100 million MacArthur Foundation 100&Change grant.

Atlanta, Georgia

Elevated the writing standard for donor-facing publications, reaching important audiences through compelling storytelling. Leveraged narrative skills to make partnership reports inspiring reading for major corporate donors, including Bank of America, Delta Air Lines, Dow, Lowe’s, Nissan, Travelers and Whirlpool, encouraging further investment. Forged collaborative relationships with Direct Marketing, Workplace Giving and Cause Marketing departments in creating new collateral to reach potential donors more effectively. Coordinated with outside vendor and served as liaison with affiliates to arrange and conduct interviews for stories that enhanced the effectiveness of widely distributed appeal letters and raised the profile and morale of featured affiliates.

Atlanta, Georgia

Wrote and edited news content, curated breaking-news blog, published breaking-news alerts to internal and external clients, and produced sections for world's leading news website, using proprietary CMS and Wordpress. Contributed to coverage that was recognized with Peabody, EPPY and Murrow awards.

Kent, Ohio

Used creative methods to teach copy editing best practices, headline writing and AP style for two full semesters and part of a third before being recruited by CNN.

Akron, Ohio

As chief, was responsible for style, accuracy and timely production of midsize daily newspaper. Led, managed and motivated 15-person copy editing team for six years. Provided steady guidance during downsizing. Oversaw training and supervised daily operations of department, including hiring, training, payroll, scheduling, and relations with key stakeholders. Compiled 98 percent on-time deadline performance record.Chose to return to rim, 2005-2006.

Akron, Ohio, United States

Served as deputy copy desk chief for most of this time. Earned reputation as intelligent questioner, style expert, ace headline writer. Won numerous awards for headline writing. Participated in Pulitzer Gold Medal-winning project "A Question of Color."

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Award-winning copy editor and creator of "read me now!"​ headlines for five years. Supervised department during copy desk chief's extended medical leave. Also served as state/business wire editor and weekend news editor responsible for front page.

Ba, Journalism, Minor In Russian

Activities and Societies: The State News

Undergraduate Studies, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Certificate In Executive Leadership

Completed courses in Managing Strategic Change; Tactics for Negotiating; The Coaching Mindset for Engaging and Developing Others.