Experience: Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, and Campaign Execution

I’ve worked both in-house and as an advisor across government, global companies, startups, and mission-driven organizations. The common thread is helping teams turn complex issues into clear strategies that influence decisions, shape narratives, and drive outcomes.

Case Studies

Iontra (Federal Funding & Strategic Positioning)

  • Context: Early-stage battery technology company (in-house leadership role) seeking federal funding and market credibility.

  • What I did: Led communications and government engagement strategy, aligning messaging with federal priorities and decision-makers.

  • Outcome: Secured more than $2M in federal funding and positioned the company with key policymakers and partners.

Autodesk (Global AECO Communications Leadership)

  • Context: Global technology company (in-house leadership role) operating at the intersection of infrastructure, construction, and digital transformation.

  • What I did: Led global communications strategy for the AECO business, translating complex technical innovation into clear, human-centered narratives.

  • Outcome: Strengthened market positioning and helped shape industry narratives around digital transformation in the built environment.

Connecticut Library Consortium (Policy & Public Affairs Campaign)

  • Context: Statewide consortium representing more than 1,000 libraries navigating legislative, funding, and public perception challenges.

  • What I did: Developed integrated communications and public affairs strategy to elevate local issues into broader state and national policy conversations.

  • Outcome: Drove legislative engagement, expanded visibility beyond traditional advocacy channels, and helped position libraries as essential public infrastructure.

The Robbins House (Public Engagement, Policy, & Fundraising)

  • Context: Small but nationally significant historic institution seeking funding, visibility, and long-term sustainability.

  • What I did: Built narrative strategy and stakeholder engagement approach connecting local history to national relevance across policymakers, donors, and the public.

  • Outcome: Secured tens of thousands in state and philanthropic funding, increased visibility, and strengthened long-term positioning with key stakeholders.

Roca Water (Policy Positioning & Category Definition)

  • Context: Breakthrough water technology company navigating a complex policy and regulatory landscape.

  • What I did: Built foundational messaging aligned to Washington policy priorities, without losing clarity for commercial and investor audiences.

  • Outcome: Created a narrative that works in both policy and market contexts, while defining a new category the company now owns.

Every engagement is different, but the approach is consistent: connect the right message to the right audience at the moment decisions are made.