Marketing, Communications & Fundraising Leader for Mission-Driven Organizations
I am a marketing and communications leader with more than 25 years of experience helping mission-driven organizations strengthen community relationships, support fundraising, and build public trust. Throughout my career, I have partnered closely with executive teams and development leaders to align storytelling, media relations, and digital engagement with organizational goals. I bring both strategic leadership and hands-on execution — building campaigns, managing media relationships, and supporting fundraising efforts that drive measurable impact.
About Me
I have spent more than a decade working in mission-driven, youth-serving organizations, where communication plays a central role in building trust with families, donors, and the broader community.
In each of my recent roles, I have served as both a leader and a practitioner, guiding strategy, mentoring staff, and partnering with executive and development teams, while also staying closely involved in the day-to-day work of marketing and communications. That balance allows me to move initiatives forward quickly, respond to changing needs, and ensure that campaigns are both thoughtful and effective.
My work has consistently focused on helping organizations tell meaningful stories in ways that strengthen relationships, support fundraising, and increase community engagement. I am particularly energized by opportunities to integrate marketing and development efforts using storytelling, media outreach, and digital engagement to build lasting connections with donors and supporters.
What I Bring to Your Team
Core Experience
Strategic Leadership
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Executive communication advisor to CEOs and leadership teams
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Organizational messaging and brand strategy
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Campaign planning and functional collaboration
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Crisis communications and public messaing
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
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Donor storytelling and stewardship communications
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Campaign messaging supporting fundraising initiatives
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Partner and sponsor engagement
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Communications aligned with development goals
Media Relations & Public Trust
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Organizational spokesperson
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Media strategy and press relations
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Community engagement
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Reputation management
Hands-On Marketing Execution
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Social media publishing and performance monitoring
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Content development and campaign execution
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Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
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CRM and fundraising platforms
Highlights
Career Highlights
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Primary spokesperson for a multi-location nonprofit serving youth and families across Utah
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Led integrated communications strategies supporting fundraising, engagement, and community growth
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Selected to serve on the Girl Scouts of the USA National Marketing Advisory Committee
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Conceptualized and launched the Utah Day of the Girl fundraising event
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Guided communications during complex and high-visibility situations
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Built and led high-performing marketing and communications teams
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Partnered closely with executive leadership and boards to support organizational strategy
Selected Impact
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Supported multi-million-dollar fundraising and engagement initiatives
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Strengthened organizational visibility and community participation
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Built integrated marketing and communications programs
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Developed crisis communications frameworks for leadership teams
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Guided messaging during high-stakes organizational situations
Leadership Experience
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Encircle
Communications &
Public Relations Manager
Salt Lake County
Parks & Recreation
Chief Marketing &
Membership Officer
Girl Scouts of Utah
President &
Chief Executive Officer
South Salt Lake
Chamber of Commerce
Assistant Promotion Manager
WANE-CBS Fort Wayne
Technology & Platforms
Canva
Adobe Creative Suite
Salesforce
Salesforce Marketing Cloud
HubSpot
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GiveButter
Funraise
Sprout Social
Social Media Analytics
Website CMS Platforms
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Education
Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication
University of Utah
Emphasis - Broadcast Journalism, Public Relations
Career Achievements
Professional Recognition
Marketing Excellence Award
Marketing Association
Recognized for outstanding contributions to marketing strategies, leading to significant business growth.
Digital Innovation Prize
December 2035
Recognizing and rewarding innovators who are shaping the future through their exceptional contributions.
Leadership Distinction
December 2035
Dedicated leader with a focus on empowerment, driving results, fostering collaboration, navigating change, and leading teams toward success.
Market Research Excellence
December 2035
Recognized for delivering impactful insights, driving data-driven decisions, and providing strategic market analysis to enhance business growth.
Social Media Impact Award
December 2035
Honored for creating engaging social media strategies that boosted brand awareness, engagement, and audience growth across multiple platforms.
Innovative Campaign Honors
December 2035
Awarded for leading creative, results-driven campaigns that set new industry standards and delivered exceptional brand visibility and ROI.