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WOW Factor StrategiesManaging Partner
Jan. 2025Strategic adviser. Media relations. Media training. Writer. Event support.
Jersey Canyon CommunicationsStrategic Communications Adviser
Jan. 2025Strategic adviser. Media relations. Media training. Writer. Event support.
U.S. SenateDeputy Chief of Staff/National Communications Director
Nov. 2007 - Jan. 2025Washington D.C. Metro AreaStrategic advisor and spokesperson for Senator Ben Cardin, Chair of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Cover domestic policy and national security issues. Manage a multi-disciplinary communications team responsible for a 360-degree media strategy, incorporating digital, traditional, and social media Direct rapid-response media strategies during crises, maintaining consistent messaging across platforms and advising the senator on public-facing communication External and internal communications support and engagement, coordinating with Senate leadership, state and local governments, advocacy groups, and private sector stakeholders to align on messaging and policy priorities Built the Senator’s social media and digital presence from the ground up, creating a comprehensive website and establishing engaging content for diverse audiences Maximize media and policy relationships to amplify awareness, reach and effectiveness Booked and coordinated thousands of interviews with regional, national and international media for television, radio, print and digital platforms, in addition to arranging press events, placing op-eds and writing speeches and other public-facing materials
Aircraft Owners & Pilots AssociationDirector of Public Relations
Mar. 2005 - Nov. 2007Frederick, MDRevitalized a signature membership program, resulting in increased interest and engagement within the general aviation community. Established collaborations with industry leaders and developed high-impact training materials, enhancing the association's visibility and reputation. Coordinated staffing, programming and budget for national events, ensuring seamless execution and increased media coverage and membership visibility.
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaDirector, Commonwealth Media Services
Feb. 2003 - Jun. 2004Harrisburg, Pennsylvania AreaLed a 30-person office providing full-range of multimedia services, strategic and technical guidance to the Governor’s Office and state agencies. Conducted media training for cabinet officials, ensuring consistent and polished communication across departments. Streamlined operations to reduce expenses, better utilize staff and develop transparent training programs.
Democratic National CommitteeDirector of Broadcast Media
Jun. 2001 - Dec. 2002Washington D.C. Metro AreaCreated and executed an innovative program to proactively link broadcast media outlets with message surrogates. Developed systems to deliver key messaging data to those surrogates and other leaders. Facilitated and led media training sessions for key leadership and surrogate speakers.
US Department of DefenseActing Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs
Sep. 2000 - May. 2001PentagonCoordinated special events and media activity highlighting Defense assets working with senior leadership, departments throughout the Pentagon, interagency partners including the White House and National Security Council, USO, and other outside groups and private-sector stakeholders Collaborated with interagency partners to ensure aligned messaging on defense matters Served as the senior, non-career civilian in the Office of the Secretary of Defense Public Affairs (OSDPA) during presidential transition, providing strategic analysis and advice on a wide range of public affairs issues.
U.S. Department of StateDirector, Office of Regional Media & Press Outreach
Aug. 1997 - Apr. 2000Washington D.C. Metro AreaEstablished and managed a new 20-person office for national and regional media outreach, enhancing public diplomacy efforts Organized high-profile media events for senior officials, expanding reach and engagement with domestic audiences
U.S. Information AgencyWhite House Liaison
Apr. 1993 - Aug. 1997Washington D.C. Metro AreaServed as an advisor on staffing and special projects, including leading agency task forces on critical policy initiatives Coordinated cross-functional teams for both domestic and international events, supporting the agency’s mission
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