Recent Work Experience

August 2025 - Present

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

North Carolina Department of Labor

Raleigh, North Carolina

Direct all internal and external communications for a statewide elected official, shaping public messaging and media strategy to align with organizational priorities.
Lead the development and execution of comprehensive communications plans, integrating media relations, digital strategy, and stakeholder outreach.
Serve as primary spokesperson, managing high-profile interviews, press conferences, and rapid response to breaking news.

April 2025 - August 2025

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

North Carolina Department of Labor

Raleigh, North Carolina

Support and execute internal and external communications strategies for the North Carolina Department of Labor.
Assist in directing media relations efforts, coordinating interviews, crafting messaging, and tracking media coverage of the Commissioner and Department initiatives.
Manage and grow the Department’s digital presence, developing content for social media, website updates, and digital campaigns to inform and engage North Carolina’s workforce.

October 2024 - April 2025

OPERATIONS CONSULTANT

National Warrior Workforce

Raleigh, North Carolina

Manage Brightspeed contract for 45,000+ households, overseeing D2D sales operations, recruitment and performance.
Analyze broadband maps to support ongoing projects, ensuring accurate data for strategic planning and training initiatives.
Coordinate and facilitate educational training programs for veterans, enhancing their skills and readiness for careers in telecommunications.

May 2021 - October 2024

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Office of North Carolina's Lieutenant Governor

Raleigh, North Carolina

Managed all internal and external communications for the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina.
Directed media relations activities, ensured representation, and reviewed analytics of engagement of the Lieutenant Governor.
Oversaw the official social media presence, strategizing and implementing content to engage constituents.
Crafted and distributed press releases to communicate key messages and initiatives.
Coordinated various digital media efforts to enhance outreach and visibility for the office.

March 2020 - May 2023

DIGITAL DIRECTOR

Conservative Connections

Charlott, North Carolina

Managed social media platforms for Conservative Connections, optimizing content strategic initiative and managed analytics to maximize candidate visibility and engagement.
Created tailored content for multiple candidates’ campaigns and company social media pages, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Reviewed and enhanced social media presence to determine optimal posting times and content types for enhanced audience engagement.
Collaborated closely with campaign staff and candidates to facilitate volunteer engagement efforts, fostering community involvement and support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Mass Media

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

I earned my undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, specializing in Mass Media Communications, with a double minor in American Studies and Political Science.