Credentials
Plain language writer, editor, and trainer with extensive experience translating jargon and tech talk into clear writing. I help managers, leaders, executives, and diverse teams write more clearly and communicate with the public better.
Currently contracted to: A. K. Government Solutions for communications consulting services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Clients have included: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S. State Department, and the Department of the Interior (DOI) Bureau of Reclamation (BOR).
Previous roles have included: Acting Director of Public Affairs, Spokesperson, Presidential Summit Planner, Communications Specialist, Content Writer, Freelance Writer, Editor, and App Developer, as well as Director, President’s Office and Programs at the National Press Club.
Certifications
- Technical Writer Certification: George Mason University
- Strategic Communications Planning Professional Certification: International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)
Education
- Bachelor’s degree, Communications Consulting, George Mason University
Professional Memberships and Affiliations
- Society for Technical Communication – member
- Center for Plain Language – member and consultant
- Plain Language Association International (PLAIN) – member
- Federal Plain Language Community of Practice (PL COP) – member
- Federal Communicator’s Network (FCN) – member
- D.C. Science Writer’s Association – member
Media Coverage and Awards
- The Washington Post, Bonding over the expatriate experience
- Award of Excellence in Article/Blog Writing Category – Plain Language Supports Science Communication – Society for Technical Communicators – Feb 2019.
Thanks for such incredible support during the prep for the CBS News interview, especially with developing talking points. Your advice and constant contact made it an enjoyable experience. I was proud to have an opportunity to represent NOAA and I hope to do this again in the future.”
Senior Scientist and Lead Researcher, NOAA