Crisis communications and
public affairs leadership
for high-risk public-sector environments
I help public institutions communicate clearly and calmly when the stakes are high. My work focuses on crisis communications, executive advising, and message strategy during emergencies, safety incidents, and other situations where public trust and organizational credibility matter most.
WHAT I DO
I work behind the scenes with senior leaders to anticipate risk, shape communication strategy, and prepare messaging that holds up under pressure.
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My background includes district-level public affairs leadership, public information officer responsibilities, and emergency management collaboration in large, complex organizations. I’m most effective working upstream—helping leaders think clearly, choose their words carefully, and avoid making communication part of the crisis.
AREAS OF FOCUS
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Crisis communications and issues management
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Executive advising and message development
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Emergency management coordination support (ICS / JIC familiarity)
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Public-sector, education, and science-adjacent institutions
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High-stakes situations involving safety, investigations, public health, or community trust
ABOUT
I’m a communications professional with more than two decades of experience in writing, editing, and public-sector communications, including senior leadership roles focused on crisis response and public affairs.
My work has included advising executives during high-pressure situations involving safety, public health, investigations, and community trust. I value clarity, restraint, and honesty—especially when circumstances are complex or emotionally charged.​
