Desert Water AgencyPublic Information Officer
Apr. 2008 - Aug. 2015Palm Springs, California, United StatesDuring this time, I directed all internal and external communications, legislative affairs, and programs. I headed the Public Information Department by managing strategic planning, budget, and the staff. Another crucial aspect of the role involved developing valuable relationships with media, community agencies, and government officials. ✓ Launched and led the company’s first communications and conservation department that still thrives today; laid the foundation for strategic partnerships, campaigns, and programs. ✓ Architected outreach/conservation campaign that the team executed and a mitigation program that involved storing extra water to offset the water used by a new power plant.