I've Had a Lot of Amazing Clients

I've Had a Lot of Amazing Clients

Here I am pictured at the Summit for AI Institutes Leadership Conference with with our close partners from Georgia Tech’s Institute for Advances in Optimization (AI4OPT)

I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with incredible organizations to drive meaningful change. Over the years, I’ve partnered with various groups, either as a Communications Consultant or in collaboration, to develop workshops, webinars, and inclusive educational materials aimed at uplifting marginalized communities.

  • HerWILL

    A global nonprofit empowering women and girls by fostering leadership, innovation, and collaboration, with a focus on education, STEM, and community development.

  • AI for Optimization

    A technology-focused initiative leveraging artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and decision-making processes across industries, emphasizing innovation and real-world applications.

  • Evidence-Based Cyber Security Research Group

    A research group dedicated to improving cybersecurity practices through rigorous, data-driven analysis and practical recommendations for organizations and individuals.

  • Choose Your Own Adventure

    A beloved publisher of interactive books where readers make decisions that shape the story, popular for engaging and creative storytelling.

  • Zaxby’s

    A fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in chicken wings, fingers, sandwiches, and salads, with a focus on bold flavors and Southern hospitality.

  • Dekalb County School District

    One of Georgia's most diverse school districts, focusing on innovation and equity to ensure student achievement and lifelong learning opportunities.

  • Gwinnett County School District

    Georgia’s largest school district, known for its commitment to academic excellence, diverse programs, and preparing students for future success.

  • New Georgia Project Action Fund

    A civic engagement organization dedicated to building political power in Georgia’s underrepresented communities through advocacy, education, and voter engagement.

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Digital Media

Georgia State University

Masters of Science in Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Summa Cum Laude

Work Experience

Skills

HerWILL - Women Inspired in Life and Leadership

Senior Project Manager - AI, Data Science, and Cyber

  • Managed the planning, coordination, and implementation of AI, Data Science, and Cyber Intelligence products, workshops, and external/internal training webinars to over 800 participants across three separate continents.

  • Designed and delivered global STEM curriculum across AI, cybersecurity, and data science domains, transforming complex technical content into interactive learning experiences for international audiences.

  • Led end-to-end instructional design for HerWILL’s flagship webinar series, developing digital handouts, scaffolded lesson plans, and multimedia assets to support comprehension and engagement across varying learner levels.

  • Recruited and managed subject matter experts from institutions like MIT and Georgia Tech, aligning expert sessions with learning objectives, standardizing technical complexity, and driving content cohesion across over 20 high-impact workshops.

  • Built and maintained scalable education infrastructure, including a live feedback loop, pre/post session surveys, and analytics dashboards to inform curriculum iteration, resulting in a 40% improvement in learner retention and session satisfaction.

  • Presented strategic content roadmaps and reporting to executive leadership and global partners, contributing to a 25% funding increase and positioning HerWILL as a thought leader in accessible technical education for underrepresented communities.

Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group

Communications Director

  • Spearheaded the efficient execution of projects, collaborating with global teams and stakeholders, resulting in a 10% decrease in project completion time and a 15% reduction in project costs.

  • Developed rapport with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results. Cultivated and strengthened industry partnerships and networks, leading to a 20% increase in partnership engagements and a 25% increase in referral traffic.

  • Directed social media presence, aligning posts with branding and trending ideas, driving a 240% increase in social media interaction and a 30% increase in followers in 60 days.

  • Managed project timelines, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays, ensuring timely completion of project phases and handovers with a 98% on-time delivery rate.

  • Led cross-functional teams in the successful implementation of marketing projects, resulting in a 20% increase in customer engagement metrics and a 25% improvement in brand perception scores.

Various Firms

Community Engagement Strategist

  • Developed and led large-scale digital engagement strategies, launching interactive marketing campaigns that increased brand visibility, audience retention, and community engagement. Successfully increased quarterly purchases by 20% for an international book company through strategic branding and audience targeting.

  • Designed and executed high-converting digital content, including Amazon sales pages for nearly 200 book titles, SEO-optimized website content, and social media campaigns that resulted in an 86% increase in product viewership and improved conversion rates.

  • Led market research and competitive analysis, providing data-driven insights that informed business strategies and resulted in a 10% improvement in lead conversion rates and a 15% increase in organic traffic.

  • Implemented large-scale outreach initiatives, managing nationwide voter engagement campaigns that reached 35,000–50,000 people daily, while leading training programs on digital tools such as Slack, Zoom, and ThruText to improve operational efficiency.

  • Spearheaded leadership development and community engagement programs, designing and facilitating training initiatives across 17 schools, leading to a 23% increase in student retention and graduation rates.

  • Organized large-scale community events, coordinating volunteers, vendors, and logistics for audiences of 200–500 attendees.

  • Developed structured onboarding and training programs, implementing scalable volunteer engagement strategies that resulted in a 40% increase in long-term volunteer participation.

  • Managed cross-functional collaborations with internal teams, external contractors, and government clients, ensuring alignment between strategic initiatives and business objectives while optimizing communication processes.

  • Project & Workflow Management:

    • Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, Notion, Mural, Microsoft Teams

  • Design & Creative Platforms:

    • Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Cloud (AEP, AEM, Target, Analytics, Audience Manager), Whiteboard

  • Marketing Tools:

    • Hootsuite, MailChimp, Constant Contact

  • Website Design Tools:

    • Wix, SquareSpace,GoDaddy, Weebly, Wordpress

  • Coding Tools:

    • R, Smartsheet, Tableau, HTML

  • Office & Productivity Tools:

    • Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

  • Learning & Instructional Design:

    • Articulate, Adobe Captivate

Awards

K.L. Scott & Associates, LLC

Communications Strategy Senior Consultant

  • Led implementation of a collaborative content management system (CCMS), overseeing tool evaluation, integration, and cross-team onboarding. Migrated 500+ sensitive files, improving document discoverability and reducing manual effort by 30%.

  • Aligned cross-functional teams across engineering, government, and PMO stakeholders by translating complex technical workflows into actionable roadmaps and visual assets, accelerating adoption and reducing cross-team friction.

  • Standardized 508-compliant UX documentation and accessibility workflows, creating training toolkits and hosting weekly sessions to drive adoption, resulting in a 45% increase in operational efficiency and stronger cross-functional communication.

  • Designed and delivered over 200 strategic presentations to support product briefings, executive meetings, and internal rollouts, ensuring alignment with accessibility standards, brand voice, and stakeholder priorities.

  • Integrated AI-powered tools into QA and reporting workflows, improving compliance accuracy and reducing manual content review time. Authored toolkits and checklists now used in onboarding and standard operating procedures.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Award

The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Awards acknowledge the exceptional commitment exhibited by individuals and academic units/departments who successfully promote social justice and equity, increase access and participation, and work towards inclusive excellence.

The concepts of the JEDI acronym include:

  • Justice: Creating a campus free from barriers, intentionally shaped to meet the needs of all members;

  • Equity: Ensuring that all members have access and representation;

  • Diversity: Embracing differences in people and perspectives;

  • Inclusion: Fostering a sense of belonging.

Wells Fargo Student Impact Project Scholar

The Student Impact Scholarship was created to recognize and assist those making a difference in their communities, despite being financially impacted by the pandemic.