Stories with heart.
I’m a mission-driven communications strategist and Emmy award-winning storyteller based in Seattle, Washington. Currently, I lead external and internal communications for one of the Northwest’s largest wastewater utilities. Previously, I managed environmental communications for the King County Executive Office after working as a journalist in New York, New Mexico, Texas and Washington. I excel at sharpening strategy, and shaping storytelling that cuts through noise by highlighting what connects us.
Strategy
Big Picture--->ResultsLaunching new policy initiatives. Building support for public investment. Uniting communities to take action, together. Advising senior leadership on advancing organizational mission. I turn the “big picture” into results with a high-energy approach and expertise in:
- Community-focused storytelling & customer relationship communications
- Reputation management, media engagement & public positioning
- Executive messaging, thought leadership, and public speaking
- Digital, social, and multimedia content ideation & creation
- Internal communications
Storytelling
Emmy award-winning expertiseI’ve worked as a news reporter, environmental series producer, and network TV producer – pitching, shooting, crafting, and editing audience-driven content independently and collaboratively. At the heart of it all is the written word – and I have experience advancing organizational vision and objectives through news releases, speeches, policy messaging, and accessible public-facing content.
Video Storytelling
I’m passionate about shaping documentary-style content that turns complex information into compelling stories.
Writing
Digital featureCommunities and King County team up for healthier air Policy messagingIntro to Strategic Climate Action Plan News article“Nothing could stop this monster”: a historic flood’s lessons News ReleaseExecutive awards WaterWorks grants
The Whole Story
I build alignment across media, web, social, direct mail, and in-person touchpoints to ensure a consistent story.
Off Deadline
When I’m not clocked in...
My creativity is fueled by road trips, local coffee, days shooting photos around town, and a tall stack of holds from the King County Public Library. On the weekends, you’ll find me at the movies, catching a ferry, or baking while listening to KEXP.
Current ear candy...