Albany, New York, United States
Public administrator and public relations executive with a diverse professional background that includes legislative operations and relations, public finance and bonding, tax administration, health care administration, political operations, and media strategies for the telecom and health insurance industries. Specialties: Inter-governmental operations, public policy development, political operations, grant administration, fund raising, media relations, organizational management, corporate communications, crisis management, strategic development and marketing.
WAV Strategies creates narratives and powers brands by working with clients to identify and solve their business problems through our strategic communications counsel and guidance. Whether it's public relations and public affairs strategy, crisis communications training and counseling, or implementing community outreach strategies, we deliver communications programs that get results. My interests and specialties center around environmental protection and economic development, healthcare, political operations, national defense planning, and public safety.
As an independent consultant at Harborlight Consulting, I specialize in public relations, public affairs, political campaigns, and crisis management. With nearly three decades of experience, I have successfully managed communication strategies for Fortune 500 companies and not-for-profits, as well as led organizational management initiatives to drive growth and success in various sectors.
As a Director at Senior Services of Albany, I spearheaded initiatives to enhance the lives of senior residents and caregivers. By leveraging my background in government affairs and public relations, I facilitated support services and promoted aging with dignity. Through strategic partnerships and advocacy efforts, I successfully improved the quality of life for the area's senior population.
As the Director of Communications at Fidelis Care, I spearheaded media and public relations efforts for the largest government programs-based health care plan in New York State. I developed strategic communication plans to enhance brand reputation, engage stakeholders effectively, and implemented crisis communication strategies to address potential issues and maintain positive public perception.
In my role as Regional Communications Manager at Time Warner Cable, I provided strategic guidance to the Area VP of Operations on communications and outreach strategies. I oversaw media relations, directed philanthropic efforts, and successfully implemented the local Connect a Million Minds initiative.