I grew up in a family of journalists. My mother went to Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism when only five (5) out of 50 people in the class were women. She served on the Pulitzer Prize Committee and was a member of the Women\u2019s Press Club of New York City. My father\u2019s entire career was in the newspaper business. He was an engaging storyteller. Dinner conversations revolved around current events, what books we were reading and our constant craving for knowledge. I liked asking questions, finding out what made people \u201ctick,\u201d and became an active listener at a young age.<\/span><\/p>\n

I was instilled with a\u00a0passion for learning that has since led me to the most extraordinary times of\u00a0my life; my college years at the University of Michigan, my professional career\u00a0in\u00a0communications at leading companies like Edelman and Kraft Foods, and my\u00a0continuing travels around the world. All of these experiences have added to my\u00a0knowledge and perspective and\u00a0have helped shape my communications consulting\u00a0business, allowing me to better advise business owners and senior executives on\u00a0communication strategy and execution.<\/span>
\n<\/span>
\n<\/span>Along the way, I\u2019ve learned\u00a0how to lead and inspire others. I joined the University of Michigan\u2019s Alumni\u00a0Program, leading the Chicago chapter to a national fundraising record. I joined\u00a0the\u00a0Professional Women\u2019s Club of Chicago, served on the Board, and led the\u00a0organization as President. I also designed and led a mentorship program for PWCC\u00a0members that continues to this\u00a0day. Many of the women I\u2019ve mentored have since\u00a0become good friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, I am a highly-rated Adjunct Professor in Loyola University Chicago’s Department of Communications, and Winner of First Runner Up of the prestigious Part-Time Faculty Teaching Award in 2022, a recognition by my peers and one of the highest rewards a faculty member can receive. Courses I have taught include Public Relations Writing, Principles of Public Relations, Business & Professional Speaking, Ethics & Communication and Principles of Advertising. I am passionate about sharing my real-world knowledge with students and learn just as much from them as they learn from me.<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019m also a Founding Member\/Community Partner of\u00a0<\/span>18 Coffees<\/span><\/a>,<\/span> a community-driven digital strategy consultancy. 18 Coffees believes the future belongs to mission-driven companies. Clients include early-stage innovators, socially conscious brands, and forward-focused impact leaders.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 2013, I decided to open my own shop, and I love what I do. Many of my clients see me as an extension of their internal teams and include me in ongoing strategy discussions, planning and implementation of overall brand campaigns. Best of all, I get to work with clients I like, and who like me. Words can\u2019t tell the full story on my unique approach. It requires a conversation. I welcome you to contact me to get things started.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 <\/p>\n[\/spb_text_block]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

[spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1\/1″ el_position=”first last”] I grew up in a family of journalists. My mother went to Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism when only five (5) out of 50 people in the class were women. She served on the Pulitzer Prize Committee and was a member of the Women\u2019s Press Club of New York City. My father\u2019s entire […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-17","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n