Co-leads the Food team’s communications practice. Designs and executes integrated advocacy, media and reputational campaigns for clients including innovative start-ups and the world’s leading brands.

Served as Senior Communications Advisor and Speechwriter to Agriculture Secretary during the Obama Administration. Major areas of focus included climate, nutrition and rural opportunity.

Big fan of playing outside, including hiking, rock climbing, backpacking and biking. Hails from rural Michigan and is a proud Michigan State Spartan (Go Green!).