Writing
From annual reports and email marketing to news releases and blog posts, I have written copy for countless publications in addition to strategic communications materials. Click here to view publications.
TGR Foundation Reports (Annual and Impact)
Each year during my time on the TGR Foundation team publishing the annual and impact reports were a primary responsibility of my roles. From brainstorming themes to collecting data, drafting copy and facilitating the editing process, it’s a tangible work sample that brings satisfaction as we reflect on successes of previous years and what lies ahead. Click the images below to review the reports.
Community Engagement
TGR Foundation celebrates Mental Health Month, unveils green bench in partnership with Providence
As a member of the event planning committee, I served as the marketing and communications lead and supported
media relations
identified a freelance photographer for hire
secured workshop facilitator
coordinated students to participate in the unveiling photo
coordinated bench placement and ribbon cutting for media opportunities and unveiling ceremony
conducted interviews with guests (students, parents and partners)
drafted copy for signage and post-event news release
drafted speaking points for our interim CEO and senior vice president of programs and education
drafted copy for invitation, landing page and email correspondence
collaborated with graphic designers for event collaterals (program, webpage, signage, etc.)
Auto Club Speedway launches book drive in conjunction with Lefty’s Track Day
Stonefire Grill raises $17,500 for United Way
United Way Kids Pack Program feeds hungry students
Events
IEUW Emerging Leaders Networking Event
After a month-long series of social and professional etiquette workshops, this event gave students the opportunity to practice the skills used. I executed the workshops and event from ideation to execution including:
research
planning
program design
event scheduling
collaboration with vendors, instructors, the career center, campus dining, sponsors, marketing team, and young professionals
event coordination
evaluation
Read about the event here.
IEUW 2018 Chamber Challenge
IEUW Spirit Days | Employee Team Building Activities
After gaining approval from the President and CEO to implement "Spirit Days" to increase employee engagement during our monthly staff meeting I worked with the marketing and fund development departments to implement each of the themed days throughout the year.
IEUW 2017 Open House
Recent Graduate Panel
High School Art Competition
After starting Southeastern Louisiana University’s chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, this art competition was the first major event I planned from ideation to execution. Our chapter partnered with the Hammond Downtown Development District, who were preparing for their annual Art in April event and wanted to incorporate youth for the first time. Art in April was designed to celebrate local artist and businesses in Hammond, Louisiana. We infused youth through a two-part art competition inviting budding artists in Hammond and surrounding areas to submit art completed throughout the year and showcase their skills live in the 106 Art Gallery with the opportunity to have their art displayed. The event was a huge success and learning experience, from partnerships to press, public relations and all the components that make up a successful event.
Organization
One of my most proud accomplishments was starting a chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America at my alma mater Southeastern Louisiana University. It was a two-part process that I led to become a recognized student organization on campus and then earn a charter from the national organization. It was very rewarding to see my hard work pay off from drafting applications and organizational processes to recruiting students, a faculty advisor and a professional advisor.
