Director of Communications

Pacific Community Ventures

2025 - Present

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• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to develop and implement strategic communications and brand initiatives aligned with PCV’s mission of restorative capital and inclusive entrepreneurship.

• Lead cross-functional content strategy and campaign execution across web, social, email, and thought leadership, including op-eds and the annual impact report.

• Direct the overhaul of PCV’s digital infrastructure, including the Good Jobs Toolkit and website. improving usability, engagement, and stakeholder alignment.

• Manage communications workflows and cross-team collaboration, including supervising a communications team and vendors to deliver high-impact storytelling and outreach.

• Build stakeholder trust and visibility through policy-aligned messaging, multilingual community engagement, and data-informed storytelling for research and fundraising initiatives.  

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Senior Director of Communications

Tides Advocacy

​2021 - 2024

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Senior Director of Communications                                                                                        

• Led the refinement of a multi-faceted communications strategy for a matrixed organization, driving positive PR, crisis management, partner & employee engagement, resulting in heightened brand visibility and a more cohesive organizational narrative

• Forged strategic partnerships to elevate the organization's visibility, achieving a 15% increase in community engagement and a strengthened framework

• Elevated the organization's profile by showcasing leadership as prominent thought leaders in conferences and media, establishing a strong industry presence and credibility

• Utilize metrics and analytics to target and refine reach.

• Strengthened relationships with network and external partners, facilitating a collaborative environment and driving increase in joint initiatives

• Led crisis communication efforts, ensuring prompt and effective responses during emergencies, maintaining a positive brand image

• Managed contractor activities to drive project success, delivering projects ahead of schedule and under budget while maintaining high quality standards

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Director of Communications

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• Directed and executed comprehensive communications strategies including internal, external, and crisis, enhancing brand recognition and stakeholder relationships

• Developed and implemented strategic communication plans reflecting the organization's mission, resulting in heightened partner and employee involvement

• Executed a comprehensive website and brand kit redesign initiative, leading to increased brand recognition and user engagement

• Strategically advised executive leadership and department heads, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic direction

• Cultivated and nurtured relationships with network and external partners, resulting in expanded collaborative opportunities and resource sharing

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Director of Communications

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area

​2019 - 2021

 

• Serve as a key member involved in strategizing and carrying out communication needs for BBBSBA programming and fundraising efforts.

• Collaborate with Program and Development staff to promote programming and fundraising initiatives.

• Crafted impactful scripts and speeches for press releases, videos, PSAs, and events, enhancing organization's communication effectiveness

• Effectively managed relationships with external contractors and agencies, ensuring timely project completion and quality deliverables

• Successfully pivoted towards 100% digital delivery strategy during the pandemic, resulting in a 50% increase in audience reach and engagement

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Director of Communications

Allen Temple

​2009 - 2021

 

• Established and structured a communications department from the ground up for a prestigious 104-year-old social justice and advocacy organization

• Execute and design print, digital, website, email, social, and video content aligning with the organization's mission, driving engagement and brand awareness

• Generate informative content for various stakeholders, from leadership to external audiences, encompassing presentations, best practices, press releases, blogs, and policies, fostering transparency and communication

• Collaborate with diverse teams to drive a shared vision and achieve impactful results through effective communication and relationship-building

 

Owner

Rebirth Branding Solutions

​2007 - 2020

 

• Coached and advised clients (tech, multimedia, retail, non-profit and other business categories) on dynamic communications tools including social media, video, web and email. Support client business management & rhythm

• Developed and refined content for websites and social media channels including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube and LinkedIn

• Produced podcasts via guest sourcing, editing and release to Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher​