Forged in story, grounded in Craft

Rooted in words, music, and the art of connection.

Professional Story

My path weaves together storytelling, music, and strategic communication. Whether crafting songs, developing global content strategies, or building brand narratives, I explore how words and ideas connect us across cultures and contexts.

  • As Senior Manager, Global Brand & Content at People2.0, I lead comprehensive brand and content strategy across 60+ countries. Previously as Content Marketing Manager, I established key strategic initiatives that I now oversee at an expanded scale:

    • Direct unified brand architecture and messaging strategy while respecting regional market needs

    • Manage cross-functional initiatives integrating brand identity with content development

    • Oversee agency partnerships and internal teams to deliver cohesive brand experiences

    • Guide evolution of measurement frameworks connecting brand initiatives to business outcomes

    • Lead strategic communication during major organizational transformation

    • Drive content operations that have generated 168 qualified leads with 61% conversion rates

    • Architect SEO strategies delivering 167% organic traffic growth across global sites

    I believe in building frameworks that empower teams while respecting regional expertise. My leadership philosophy centers on creating clarity without rigidity—establishing strategic guardrails that guide decision-making while encouraging local adaptation and creative problem-solving. Whether aligning executives across 60+ countries or managing cross-functional teams, I focus on fostering environments where diverse perspectives strengthen rather than dilute our collective vision.

  • My marketing career has evolved through roles that increasingly blend strategic communication with creative problem-solving:

    • Content Writer at People2.0, managing content development across multiple market segments before advancing to management role

    • Creative Copywriter at Primary Residential Mortgage, where I created video scripts, blogs, landing pages, and digital assets. I worked to simplify complex financial concepts for diverse audiences and collaborated across departments to ensure messaging alignment.

    • Marketing and Administrative Coordinator for University of Idaho's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where I managed departmental communications, supported college-wide marketing initiatives, and improved operational procedures

  • My background in education honed my ability to make complex information accessible to diverse audiences:

    • Taught English Language Arts at Spectrum Academy, creating inclusive environments for students with autism spectrum and learning differences

    • Adapted curriculum for 100+ learners and wrote quarterly IEPs for 15 students

    • Led hybrid online/in-person instruction during COVID-19

    • Served as Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Idaho, teaching first-year composition while pursuing MA in English

    • Developed and implemented engaging curriculum for college-level writing courses

    • Mentored students in critical thinking, research, and written communication

    • Created accessible learning materials for students with varying abilities and learning styles

    This combination of teaching experiences—from specialized charter school to university level—strengthened my ability to adapt complex information for different audiences while maintaining clarity and engagement.

  • My background as a professional musician provided practical experience in marketing and audience engagement:

    • Managed national tour logistics across 40 states

    • Wrote, produced, and marketed two full-length albums

    • Created integrated marketing materials including websites and album art

    • Built and maintained relationships with venues and industry professionals

    Today, I continue to bridge creative and professional worlds by serving as a sensitivity reader for Girl Friday Productions, reviewing manuscripts for inclusive language and authentic representation.

  • My academic foundation includes:

    • Master of Arts in English (3.84 GPA) with focus on literature, criticism, and gender studies

    • Bachelor of Arts in English (3.58 GPA) with concentration in Creative Writing and minor in Music

    • Proficiency in multiple languages: Spanish, Russian, French, and Latin

    • Ongoing professional development including HubSpot Content Marketing Certification and Change Management Fundamentals

Creative Journey

My creative identity was shaped by contrasts—from the diverse soundscape of my Florida childhood to the quieter landscape of rural Idaho, from DIY punk shows to graduate seminars on Victorian literature. Each transition taught me something about the power of unexpected combinations.

  • My creative foundation was built in 1990s coastal Florida—my mom and I sharing Motown classics and Tina Turner on long car rides, my stepbrother blasting NOFX and Pennywise from his bedroom, my stepdad playing The Doors and Pink Floyd in the dining room. These different rhythms and voices showed me early that creativity thrives in unexpected combinations.

  • Moving to rural Idaho at age ten brought profound culture shock and musical isolation. But limitations breed invention—when I rediscovered punk rock in high school, its raw energy and defiant spirit spoke directly to my sense of displacement. In college, I carved my own path, balancing nine classes per semester with evening and weekend shifts as a CNA in group homes while touring across forty states. Between managing shows, studying for exams, and caring for adults with disabilities, I learned that creativity isn't confined to art—it's about finding ways forward when there isn't an obvious path.

  • After graduation, I found myself with more creative freedom but less direction. The structure that had pushed me to balance music, work, and studies was gone. During this period of searching, I turned increasingly to literature, immersing myself in everything from Symbolist poetry to philosophy. Like music had been for me, reading became a form of catharsis and connection—a way to articulate complex feelings and bridge different worldviews.

  • This deepening literary engagement, combined with my experiences in music, led me back to graduate school where I found unexpected connections between Victorian literature and contemporary culture. My research focused on Oscar Wilde's theories of dandyism and their echoes in rock music, examining how artists from Mick Jagger to David Bowie used performance to challenge social norms.

    The rigorous structure of academic life provided the perfect container for exploring these ideas, allowing me to transform my scattered observations about gender, performance, and identity into a coherent framework that still informs my approach to communication and storytelling today.

  • Today, whether I'm developing content strategy or analyzing cultural trends, I draw on these parallel streams of influence. Music and literature remain essential tools in my work, informing how I approach everything from brand storytelling to cultural commentary. The DIY spirit of punk rock, the transgressive play of dandyism, and the analytical rigor of academic research all shape how I think about authenticity, performance, and communication in our digital age.

Skills & Expertise

Creative Values

  • Drawing from wide-ranging influences and experiences creates deeper, more meaningful work. Every genre, discipline, and perspective offers something valuable to learn from.

  • Constraints and limitations often spark the most innovative solutions. Limited resources push us to find creative ways forward.

  • Strong creative work emerges from the tension between careful planning and spontaneous inspiration. Structure and spontaneity each play essential roles.

  • Work that comes from genuine experience resonates more deeply than manufactured perfection. Impact comes from staying true to your voice and vision.

  • Creative growth often emerges from apparent setbacks. What seems like an obstacle today might become tomorrow's opportunity.

Explore My Work

  • Content & Marketing

    From strategic communications to creative assets, explore a growing collection of professional work spanning multiple formats and industries. My portfolio showcases the evolution of my marketing practice and content development approach.

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  • Songwriting & Sound

    Original music that blends storytelling with sonic exploration. Experience released albums and select performances that showcase my ongoing journey as a musician and songwriter.

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  • Words & Ideas

    A blend of professional insight and creative expression. Explore marketing analysis, cultural commentary, and original creative writing that reflects my diverse interests and evolving perspective.

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 FAQs

  • I work across multiple creative disciplines including content strategy, brand development, creative writing, and music composition. My professional work focuses on global content strategy and brand messaging, while my personal projects explore the intersections of music, literature, and cultural commentary.

  • While my primary role is as Senior Manager, Global Brand & Content at People2.0, I occasionally take on select freelance projects that align with my interests in creative storytelling, cultural analysis, or brand narrative development. Please reach out through the contact form to discuss potential collaborations.

  • I have over a decade of experience as a touring musician, having performed across 40 states and released two full-length albums. My musical background spans from punk and indie rock to experimental composition, and continues to inform my approach to creative work and storytelling.

  • I've led content initiatives across 4+ languages and 60+ countries at People2.0, driven by a deep fascination with how language shapes culture and communication. My personal language journey—studying Spanish, Russian, French, and Latin—has taught me that every language carries its own worldview, humor, and ways of connecting. This multilingual curiosity directly informs my approach to global content strategy: I work closely with regional teams and cultural consultants to ensure our messaging doesn't just translate words, but truly resonates with local values, communication styles, and cultural nuances. Whether it's understanding why certain metaphors don't cross borders or how formality levels shift between cultures, I believe effective global content requires both strategic frameworks and genuine cultural empathy.

  • My path from musician to content strategist wasn't linear but rather an evolution of storytelling across different mediums. The skills I developed in music—understanding audience engagement, crafting narratives, and managing creative projects—translated naturally into content strategy and brand development.

  • Beyond my professional work in content strategy, I write creative nonfiction, cultural criticism, and personal essays. My academic background in literature and gender studies often informs my writing, particularly when exploring themes of identity, performance, and cultural transformation.

  • While I'm not currently touring, music remains an active part of my creative practice. I continue to compose and occasionally perform, viewing it as essential to my broader creative work rather than a separate pursuit.

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