I'm a former journalist and an award-winning health communications professional with deep experience in pr, executive communications, marketing, branding, writing/editing, leadership, managing change, speechwriting, strategic communication, events and more. I'm currently the director of communications and marketing for Oregon State University's College of Health.

My experience ranges from newspapers, to associations, to hospitals and health systems, and to higher education.

I'm adaptable, able to communicate complex concepts and can translate higher ed and health care jargon. I bring flexibility, creativity and enthusiasm to every job and enjoy helping my team grow professionally.

In my spare time, I love exploring Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, especially the coast and wine country. I also like hiking and camping with my husband, a wildlife biologist, and son and daughter.

My son, who has epilepsy, is on the autism spectrum and has given me new insights into health care and parenting. Being on the other side of the health care experience, from diagnosis to navigating the health care system and living with a chronic condition, has been the most challenging experience of my life. Through it, our family has developed superpowers of love, acceptance, optimism, gratitude and taking one day at a time.

Personally and professionally, I put heart and passion into everything I do, work hard and keep learning.