Resume

Experience

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

School City of Mishawaka

Mishawaka, Indiana

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

Directed districtwide communications, marketing, and public relations strategy to strengthen community trust, engagement, and awareness of student programs and achievements.
Led development and implementation of unified district branding and messaging across digital, print, and media platforms.
Managed all media relations, serving as primary spokesperson and producing press releases, statements, and proactive media outreach.
Oversaw district websites, social media, and digital communications, producing high-impact multimedia content to highlight district initiatives and successes.
Analyzed communication metrics and engagement data to refine strategies and improve reach and effectiveness.
Strengthened internal communications by coordinating timely messaging for staff, administrators, and families while providing communication tools and guidance to school leaders.
Advanced district enrollment, recruitment, and community engagement through targeted marketing and storytelling.
Managed communications operations, including staff/contractors, vendors, and budget, while serving as communications liaison to the School Board.

PROJECT MANAGER FOR VISION INITIATIVES AND CORPORATE ANALYTICS

School City of Mishawaka

Mishawaka, Indiana

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

Led planning and execution of districtwide strategic initiatives aligned with the school corporation’s long-term vision, ensuring projects advanced on schedule, within scope, and in alignment with organizational priorities.
Partnered with the Senior Leadership Team to define initiative goals, success metrics, and implementation strategies for high-impact district projects.
Designed and implemented project management frameworks, performance tracking systems, and analytics plans to measure initiative outcomes and support data-driven decision making.
Directed cross-department collaboration and coordinated internal and external resources to successfully implement complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
Provided strategic progress reports and presentations to district leadership, the School Board, and community partners, strengthening transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement.

TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

School City of Mishawaka

Mishawaka, Indiana

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

Resolved technical issues for staff and students, reducing device downtime and improving productivity.
Managed help desk operations and department technology budget, streamlining processes and supporting data-driven purchasing decisions.
Provided training and guidance to increase adoption and effective use of school technology tools, improving user satisfaction.

ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION ASSISTANT

Digger Specialties, Inc.

Bremen, Indiana

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

Designed and updated marketing materials—including brochures, websites, pricing manuals, and catalogs—enhancing brand consistency and customer engagement.
Managed marketing inventory and quality control, ensuring accuracy and on-time availability for campaigns and sales initiatives.
Developed product training presentations, promotional videos, and forms, improving staff knowledge and marketing effectiveness.
Supported national trade shows and dealer conventions by coordinating logistics and marketing efforts, increasing event impact and visibility.

Strategic Communications & Public Relations

Crisis Communication & Media Relations

Social Media Management & Content Strategy

Event Planning & Coordination

Branding & Messaging

Team Leadership & Staff Development

Corporate Analytics & Reporting

Sponsorship & Partnership Development