
I'm a strategic communicator passionate about bridging divides and shaping public discourse. I thrive in environments where complex challenges require collaborative problem-solving and impactful public affairs leadership, from non-profits to global tech.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Previously served as Chief of Communications for the Sierra Club.
Currently leads public affairs strategy for Google.
Can help shape public discourse and manage stakeholder relations.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Career Foundations
Began in publicity and publishing, honing foundational communication and storytelling skills.
✦ Publicity
✦ Publishing
✦ Editorial
Advocacy and Mission-Driven Communications
Led communications for civil rights and environmental organizations, shaping public discourse on critical issues.
✦ Press Secretary
✦ Chief of Communications
✦ Social Impact
Corporate Public Affairs Leadership
Now directing public affairs strategy at a major technology firm, managing government relations and corporate communications.
✦ Public Affairs
✦ Government Relations
✦ Corporate Communications
💪🏻 Superpowers
Master of Public Affairs Strategy
Orchestrating government relations and communication campaigns
✦ Develops and executes strategic public affairs initiatives.
✦ Manages government relations and stakeholder engagement.
✦ Leads crisis and issue-based campaign communications.
Cross-Sector Communications Architect
Bridging diverse industries with tailored messaging
✦ Translates complex issues for broad audiences.
✦ Builds consensus among varied stakeholder groups.
✦ Crafts compelling narratives for organizational impact.
Proactive Crisis Navigator
Mitigating risks and managing reputation under pressure
✦ Excels in high-stakes crisis communications.
✦ Develops robust reputation management strategies.
✦ Ensures timely and effective message deployment.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with leaders in tech policy and advocacy.
✦ Exploring innovative approaches to corporate public affairs.
✦ Finding collaborators for impactful public initiatives.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on navigating government relations.
✦ Share best practices for crisis communication planning.
✦ Provide insights on effective stakeholder engagement.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging policy trends in technology.
✦ Finding opportunities for public-private partnerships.
✦ Connecting with experts in international public affairs.