Create a variety of communications materials for clients including newsletters, press releases, executive communications, grants, direct mail appeals, web content, annual reports and more. Create and manage annual communications plan for The Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the University of Connecticut.

Produced the Institute's first annual report and secured its first-ever national award. Manage grant writing for $5 million annual grant portfolio. Develop press releases increasing presence of international destinations and hotels in the media landscape.

Spearheaded brand image and PR program to maximize visibility and positive image of the organization through broadcast, print, digital and social media. Exceeded first quarter fundraising goal by $200,000; exceeded event revenue goal by $150,000. Hired and managed department staff, working together with the grants team to meet and exceed annual fundraising goal of $5 million.

Partnered with executive team to develop all internal communications and media relations to underscore and promote corporate strategies, engage a diverse workforce and help fuel cultural change for the Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper with 1200 employees across six offices. Served as company spokesperson; executed proactive media relations to promote journalists as thought leaders. Managed corporate giving program, earning "Foundation of the Year" honors.

Managed CSR programs that enhanced the company profile in the community while generating significant revenue.

Managed and created internal and external marketing communications.

Began role as a Communications Intern and was hired upon graduation as a Communications Associate.