Helping educational institutions and nonprofits
change the world through effective communications.
Welcome! I’m Mary.
For more than a decade, I have strengthened institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations with values-driven strategic communications.
What I Offer
Sometimes you need a partner who can be a Swiss Army knife. Sometimes you just need an extra set of hands for a “big lift” project. Sometimes you don’t know what you need — just that you could use support. I can help.
I offer an array of strategic communications services that can be adapted to meet your specific needs. Get in touch, and let’s assess your situation together and create a plan that works for you and your budget.
Strategic Counsel
I help you determine your goals for positioning and reputation and develop achievable strategies for success.
Issues Management
I partner with you to navigate emerging issues in a way that reflects your institution’s culture and values.
Leadership Support
I counsel senior leaders so they can effectively engage with their audiences and guide their organizations.
Editorial Support
Through creative storytelling and thoughtful editing, I shape short- and long-form content that inspires action.
Media Relations
By leveraging my extensive media experience and relationships, I amplify the stories that matter most to your organization.
Trainings
I empower you and your team through media prep sessions, op-ed and messaging workshops, and tabletop exercises.
My Approach
I bring to my work unbounded curiosity and a passion for education and all of the opportunities it offers for students and society.
I strive to build bridges and cultivate partnerships that are grounded in candor, empathy and joy.
My engagements typically begin with a discovery period. I believe that to advise my clients effectively, I need to first understand their organization’s unique culture and complexities. From there, I tailor my strategies to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
Let’s Connect
Reach out to share more about your goals, and we can discuss a plan that meets your needs, timeline and budget.