Nonprofit Leader and Three-Time GAIN Powerful Idea Awardee 

Nonprofit and communications leader with over a decade of experience building brands, leading marketing teams, and crafting narratives that move people to action. Skilled in strategy, Nonprofit leader with 10+ years of experience overseeing teams, operations, and organizational strategy in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. Skilled in cross-functional leadership, program execution, and building strong, accountable teams.

Currently serving as Senior Director on the executive leadership team of a national nonprofit, with direct responsibility for staff management, external partners, and organizational initiatives. Known for strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead effectively in dynamic, real-time environments.

Active volunteer with Copper Mountain Ski Patrol, with on-mountain experience in safety, emergency response, and team-based operations.

Core Skills

-Team Leadership & Staff Development
-Operations & Program Execution
-Budget Oversight & Resource Planning
-Cross-Functional Coordination
-Stakeholder & Partner Management
-Strategic Planning & Organizational Alignment
-Communication & Decision-Making in Dynamic Environments

Experience

States Win / Senior Director
2018–Present | Nonprofit:  501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), 527

Serve on the senior leadership team of a national nonprofit organization, reporting directly to the Executive Director and supporting organizational strategy, operations, and execution across multiple teams.

Leadership & Operations

Manage 5 full-time staff and oversee 3 external agency partners, establishing clear roles, workflows, and performance expectations

Support oversight of ~$5M in organizational budgets across affiliated nonprofit entities, contributing to planning, prioritization, and resource allocation

Lead cross-functional coordination across departments to ensure alignment on organizational priorities and execution

Organizational Strategy & Execution

Oversee complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring consistency and operational clarity

Support executive leadership in decision-making, organizational planning, and performance tracking

Step in to troubleshoot and resolve operational challenges in fast-moving environments

Programs, Partnerships & Growth

Manage external vendors and partners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and high-quality execution

Support organizational growth through audience development, partnerships, and strategic visibility

Collaborate across teams to align programmatic goals with organizational capacity and resources

Independent Consultant / Marketing & Creative Strategy
2014 – 2018

Worked with nonprofits, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations to support strategy, communications, and operational execution.

Partnered with leadership teams to define goals, develop strategy, and execute multi-channel initiatives

Managed projects from concept through delivery, coordinating timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables

Supported fundraising and engagement efforts through integrated campaigns and messaging