Strategic Advisory & Problem-Solving

As Press Secretary to Governor Deval Patrick, I designed and executed the communications strategy for the $4 billion MassWorks job creation initiative. I also developed crisis communications strategies and protocols for the Administration during a federal immigration raid, the H1N1 flu pandemic, and billion-dollar budget cuts during the early days of the Great Recession.
 

Whether you're launching a major initiative, navigating an unexpected challenge, or simply need an experienced strategist to help you see around corners—I help organizations diagnose challenges, identify opportunities, and chart a clear path forward.
 

I help with:

• Organizational assessments and strategic audits

• Message development and brand positioning

• Advocacy strategy and policy engagement

• Crisis response planning and execution

• Project-based consulting and expert guidance

Executive Coaching & Board Advisory

Leaders need trusted advisors who've sat in the chair. I work with CEOs, C-suite executives, and boards to strengthen leadership capacity, navigate complex decisions, and build organizational resilience.
 

I help with:

• One-on-one executive coaching and mentorship

• Board advisory and governance support

• Stakeholder management and relationship building

• Strategic decision-making in high-stakes situations

Example: As Senior Consultant at Teach for America, I supported the onboarding and external introduction of new co-CEOs through a national listening tour to local chapters and communities. I counseled the executive leadership team through this transition, providing strategic communications guidance that strengthened both internal operations and external positioning during a critical period of organizational change.