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Profile

Communications specialist offering versatile writing, editorial and proofreading skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, photo editing software, and solid management skills. Strong planner and problem solver who readily adapts to change, works independently and learns new tasks rapidly. Able to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. Proven leader and innovator.

Experience

2008 - Present We Like To Cook! Food Blog - Founder/Editor/Content Creator: • Voted Best Self Atlanta Magazine's "Best Local Food Blog 2015" • Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to create informative content on a variety of subjects; articles in print and

online periodicals; samples available upon request. • Demonstrated understanding of web design and maintenance, SEO and brand architecture. • Develop and maintain brand marketing, strategic market analysis, and social media integration. • Expertise in producing and delivering effective email and social media campaigns. • Working knowledge of, HTML, photography, graphic design, audio and video recording and editing. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a

diverse community. • Act as ambassador and liaison to develop collaborative partnerships on-line and off-line.

2014 - 2015 Atlanta Food Bloggers’ Society - President: • Created and built a non-profit organization from a social-based network of food writers including the establishment of a

Board of Directors, development of by-laws, and official business registration process • Recruitment of new applicants to increase membership by 400%. • Review of applications and websites to determine compliance with membership requirements • Lead the organization through a period of substantial growth and transition. • Dynamic networker and relationship builder with the proven ability to connect and establish key influential partnerships

and relationships with local and national companies and brands • Work with constituent groups including boards, committees, volunteers, and external audiences • Develop and implement innovative programs and products and services for members • Oversee and coordinate all aspects of budgeting and financial management.

2000 - 2012 Grady Cluster School PTAs/Council of Intown Neighborhoods & Schools - VP of Communications: • Develop and manage Committee budget and expenditures. • Established and maintained email group list with an excess of 2,000 subscribers. • Managed school-wide email communication systems, and directed all electronic communications among school

families including weekly electronic newsletters. • Designed and maintained the PTA/PTSA web sites and online calendars. • Coordinated, supervised production of the monthly newsletters, Student Directories, Parent Handbooks. • Planned and coordinated events and fundraisers including Teacher Appreciation Week. • Facilitate the recruitment of volunteers for school and PTA programs.

1994 – 2005 (Various Non-Profits) - Communications Director: � Implemented and directed email communication systems by developing original email databases. � Initiated, designed and managed the original websites and calendars. � Facilitated the recruitment of volunteers for association projects. � Assisted in the creation of a computerized financial records system. � Compiled and edited articles, and formatted in final form for publishing for distribution to subscribers. � Implemented email communication system for electronic receipt of information. � Designed new newsletters layout for more professional appearance and improved readability.

1997 - 2005 Padua Productions, L.L.C. - Owner and President: � Established my own company to sell and advertise original artwork. � Created and maintained inventory system for original works of art using recycled materials. � Maintained on-going financial records in compliance with State and Federal tax requirements. � Designed and maintained web site for sale of artwork. � Accepted as a juried-artist into a variety of Arts Festivals and Folk Art galleries; AJC Featured Artist for 1999 Virginia-

Highland Summerfest

1987 – 1994 State of Georgia Department of Audits - Management Analyst: � Researched and analyzed relevant program data including financial reports to determine compliance and efficiency of

state-run operations, compiling the data for inclusion in state audit reports for distribution to the Governor, General Assembly, media and the public.

� Edited, proofread and standardized written reports prepared by other staff analysts. � Monitored employee reports including travel expenses, timesheets and other reimbursement requests to ensure

accuracy and compliance with policies. � Coordinated travel arrangements for staff.

Education

1982 – 1986 University of Georgia BBA - Organizational Management/Business Communications � Leadership UGA � Kappa Delta Sorority

References

� Available upon request