Resume
Education
Northeastern Illinois University | BA in Communication, Media, and Theater | June 2020
Distinguished Student Award (2020) | Dean's List (2019) | NEIU's English Department Award for "Single Piece of Nonfiction Prose" (2019) | Communicating Sexualities Scholarship Award (2019), | The Valuing Differences Award for Community Activism and Achievement (2019)
Milwaukee Area Technical College | AA in Baking and Pastry | June 2015
Media & Advocacy
Futures Institute | Narrative & Mobilization Manager | 10/2023 - present
● Spearheaded the transformation of a comprehensive 45-page policy agenda for the Futures Agenda into a concise, accessible 5-page document.
● Drafted the 2024 mobilization plan for the Civil Rights Corp, providing a roadmap for impactful advocacy and action.
● Assumed a leadership role in focus group engagement for the Civil Rights Corp, orchestrating discussions that informed and enriched the organization's initiatives.
Apologue Liquors | Marketing and Activation Associate | 08/2023 - 04/2024
● Manage and grow follower bases, utilizing platform-specific strategies for optimal engagement on Instagram.
● Handle multiple conversations simultaneously, synthesizing intricate information across diverse communication channels.
● Study Apologue's brand and top liquor brands to gain a deep understanding of their mission and vision, informing and enhancing my work
Gumbo Media | Lead Copywriter | 2/2021 - present
● Deliver compelling brand language, servicing a diverse client base, including for-profit and non-profit organizations.
● Collaborate with a diverse client base, including Alkeme Health, Abortion Freedom Project, and Speak MLPS, to design original brand content.
● Revamp Gumbo's brand language.
● Draft authentic and engaging brand messaging language, scripts, website material, newsletters, and more.
Chicago Hospitality Advocacy Accountability Database (CHAAD) | Co-founder & Director of Communications & Media| 4/2020 - present
● Founded a database that tracks equitable practices within the Chicago Hospitality industry.
● Developed decentralized while interdependent internal structures and policies.
● Raised the profile of CHAAD through media interviews with Chicago Tribune, Eater Chicago, WBEZ, and Cheddar Media.
● Designed an in-progress mobile app and website interface for internal industry reviews and accountability.
Global Zero | Associate Partner, Mobilization & Partnerships | 11/2019 - 06/2023
● Awarded a $75,000 grant to lead an intersectional project.
● Craft long and short-form copy for organizational needs (email blasts, grant proposals, etc.)
● Incorporate intersectional strategy into our campaigns and partnership work.
Restaurant Workers Community Foundation (RWCF) |Racial Justice Fund Committee Member | 1/2021 - 12/2022
● Developing new initiatives with business owners and workers
● Connect RWCF with local organizations mobilizing and building power in hospitality and food spaces.
Hospitality
Lula Cafe (Chicago, IL) | Bartender | 6/2021 - 12/2021
Cindy’s Rooftop (Chicago, IL) | Server | 8/2017 - 7/2020
Bad Hunter (Chicago, IL) | Pastry Cook | 9/2016 - 9/2017
Dixie’s (Chicago, IL) | Server | 3/2017 - 8/2017
Mad Social (Chicago, IL) | Head Host and Server | 2/2016 - 2/2017
Nico Osteria (Chicago, IL) | Pastry Cook | 6/2015 - 5/2016
Ale Asylum Riverhouse (Milwaukee, WI) | Server and Dessert Consultant | 12/2014 - 7/2015
Regina’s Bay Bakery (Glendale, WI) | Baker | 5/2014 - 1/2015
Sheraton Hotel 8900 Bistro (Brown Deer, WI) | Server and Host | 3/2014 - 6/2014; 9/2014 - 11/2014
Bartolotta's Catering Company (Milwaukee, WI) | Banquet Server, Host | 5/2014 - 8/2014
Bluemound Gardens (Wauwatosa, WI) | Server, Host, Dessert Consultant | 6/2013 - 3/2014
Radisson Hotel (Glendale, WI) | Server and Host | 9/2011 - 9/2013
Peter Sciortino’s Bakery (Milwaukee, WI) | Baking Assistant | 3/2010 - 1/2011