Resume

Queens University of Charlotte Graduate Student, Master of Arts in Communication Aug. 2017 - May 2020

Thesis: Understanding Murals Influence on the Community: A phenomenological analysis of Charlotte’s South End murals.

Carolinas Communication Association, Charlotte, North Carolina Conference Planner/Event Logistics Manager Sept. 2018 - May 2018

Led planning and execution for 125-attendee academic conference including site selection, venue management, security and technology programs.

Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, Ohio Marketing Manager, Metropolitan Campus Sept. 2013 - Dec. 2016

Developed and implemented integrated strategic marketing and communication plans to support the college, campus initiatives and program objectives for the campus’ 8,000 students. Member of the leadership team, advising the Campus President and executives and serving as liaison between the President and Marketing Department, which enhanced the relationship and ultimately improved planning and execution. 

Office of the County Executive, Cleveland, Ohio Public Information Officer Feb. 2011- Feb. 2013

Following earlier success and demonstrated results as Public Information Officer for the Department of Development, appointed to assume additional responsibilities for managing media relations, press events and ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the Office of the County Executive while continuing in Department of Development role.

Led media relations strategy development and execution for the County Executive and other public officials, writing media advisories, press releases, talking points and statements. Distributed press releases and advisories to local and regional print, radio and TV media throughout Northeast Ohio.

Cuyahoga County, Dept. of Development, Cleveland, Ohio Public Information Officer July 2003 - Feb. 2013

Managed comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy, planning and execution, generating significant growth and cost savings for the department.