Education
2020 - 2021
The University of Chicago
Harris School of Public Policy
Master's in Public Policy,
cum laude
2019
Cornell University
Digital Marketing Strategy Certificate
2009 - 2013
Michigan State University
Bachelor's in Communication,
specialization in public relations
2024-Present
Peace Corps / Virtual Service Pilot Participant (Ethiopia)
In collaboration with the Host Country Partner:
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Co-plan and conduct a needs assessment to identify the organization's M&E needs - including stakeholder requirements, program goals, and available resources
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Co-design and develop an M&E policy manual and M&E tools
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Co-plan and deliver four 2-hour sessions for M&E and programming teams on the M&E policy manual and tools
2023-2024
Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs of Botswana / US Embassy
Fulbright Public Policy Scholar
One of 12 public policy fellows worldwide and contributed to labor and
employment policies and programs that impact unemployed young
persons across Botswana (SDG Goal 8). Collaborated across the public
sector, private sector and civil society organizations to increase
employment pathways, propose novel programs through
public-private partnerships, and strengthen multisector
partnerships (SDG Goal 17).
2020-2021
T-Mobile / Social Impact Manager
Reported to T-Mobile’s VP of Social Impact & Sustainability and ran the social impact team for the national brand. Partnered with government affairs and diversity, equity and inclusion teams to develop the overall social impact strategy and signature programs. Focused on creating and sustaining programs that addressed critical needs and created equity for marginalized communities through commitments with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
2018-2020
Sprint / Public Affairs Manager
Cross-functional collaboration with government affairs, community affairs, network and executive teams to develop communications and social media strategies for company initiatives. Deepened partnerships with key stakeholders to drive engagement and advocacy to showcase the company’s philanthropic and business impact.
Led a team of two associates to improve company reputation and amplify announcements via social media platforms and employee engagement.