Senior communications leader with 10+ years of experience shaping enterprise-wide messaging, strengthening organizational alignment, and guiding leaders through complex change. Known for systems thinking, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to translate complexity into clarity. I bring a rare combination of frontline experience and executive-level communication strategy, giving me deep insight into what employees need, how leaders should communicate, and how to design systems that make work clearer, easier, and more human.

• Strategic Communications
• Change Management & Crisis Response
• Mentoring, Coaching, Training
• Event Strategy & Experience Design
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Inclusive Leadership & Employee Resource Groups
• Social Impact & Sustainability Strategy

IKEA U.S., Conshohocken, PA

Communication Business Partner — Sustainability, Social Impact, Fulfillment

May 2023 – Present

• Lead enterprise communication strategy for major organizational changes, including restructures, union activity, new technologies, and operational shifts, ensuring clarity and alignment across 16,000+ U.S. co-workers.
• Serve as strategic advisor to senior leaders, translating complex initiatives into clear, actionable communication plans that drive understanding and adoption.
• Delivered integrated Earth Day campaigns generating 306% YOY sales growth and 110% internal engagement lift (2024) and 258% YOY sales growth (2025).
• Directed U.S. strategy and execution for ONE HOME, ONE PLANET and Climate Week NYC activations, achieving a 32% YOY increase in attendance and 8,000+ organic LinkedIn engagements.
• Designed and delivered communication training for 60+ leaders, strengthening message clarity, consistency, and leadership capability.
• Advanced from individual contributor to matrix-managing 7 Communication Specialists, unifying messaging and scaling communication systems across Fulfillment Centers.
• Led IKEA Foundation Week strategy, driving an 18.5% increase in internal awareness over two years.
• Lead the Disability ERG, establishing structure, programming, and strategic alignment to strengthen inclusion and belonging.

Comoto Family of Brands, Philadelphia, PA

Communications & Community Relations Manager - comoto

Communications & Community Relations Specialist - comoto

Corporate Giving Coordinator & Executive Assistant (Merchandising) - revzilla

Junior Executive Assistant (Marketing) - Revzilla

2014 – 2023

• Owned internal communications strategy for 2,500 employees across 160 stores, fulfillment centers, and remote teams, strengthening alignment, engagement, and retention.
• Unified four brands (RevZilla, Cycle Gear, J&P Cycles, REVER) under the Run As One communication identity, improving cross-functional collaboration and cultural cohesion.
• Led internal communications for two private-equity-backed acquisitions, crafting executive messaging, integrating teams, and ensuring clarity during periods of rapid change.
• Directed full lifecycle implementation of the Jostle intranet, achieving 73% engagement within nine months.
• Strengthened DEI and culture initiatives by publishing 18 monthly newsletters, coaching ERG leaders, and driving a 30% increase in ERG participation.
• Directed high-visibility employee engagement initiatives across fulfillment centers, customer service teams, and three geographic locations.
• Founded and scaled Comoto Cares, donating $1.2M+ and mobilizing 3,000+ volunteer hours, building deep frontline relationships that shaped a communication style rooted in clarity, empathy, and practical support.
• Developed the Ride for Kids partnership, raising $500K in two years and securing $100K in sponsorships through compelling storytelling and executive messaging.
• Entrusted with managing executive inboxes, triaging priorities, and streamlining communication flow to support decision-making

Valley Forge Military Academy, Wayne, PA

French & English Teacher (Grades 8–12)

2011 – 2014

• Built foundational communication, facilitation, and coaching skills through teaching and community-based work.
• Developed a people-centered communication philosophy grounded in clarity, empathy, and connection.

New Leash on Life-USA, Philadelphia, PA

Career Readiness Instructor                                                                                                     

2018 - 2023

• Coached over 70 participants incarcerated in the Philadelphia Prison System to develop job readiness skills via mock interviews and resume writing sessions, strengthening their communication skills  and building their confidence so they could graduate from the program, be granted early parole, and begin their paid internships.

Greater Philadelphia Corporate Volunteer Council, Philadelphia, PA

Co-chair & Steering Committee Member                                       

2016 - 2023

• Led GPCVC’s transition to the Philadelphia Foundation.
• Earned Points of Light’s 2021 CVC of the Year.
• Directed the pivot to virtual programming during the pandemic, delivering 11 events, 3 newsletters, and 20% membership growth.

EDUCATION

M.A., French Linguistics & Pedagogy — Middlebury College
B.A., English & French — Temple University
Pennsylvania Teacher Certification — Arcadia University

CERTIFICATES

Corporate Sustainability (NYU Stern) 

Materiality of ESG Factors (University of Pennsylvania) 

Project Management Principles & Practices (UC Irvine)

• Influential Leadership: Persuades and builds commitment to organizational vision and goals through collaboration, not hierarchy.
• Public Speaking & Communication: Skilled presenter with experience in teaching, corporate engagements, and external speaking invitations.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Challenges the status quo and develops innovative approaches to stakeholder engagement.
• Project & Time Management: Manages diverse projects from inception to delivery, synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable messages.
• Event Planning & Execution: Designs and delivers inspiring events on time and within budget.
• Communication & Collaboration Tools: Google Suite, Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Office, Teams, Copilot, SharePoint, Viva Engage, Canva, Eventbrite, Mailchimp