Marketing communications professional, college journalism instructor and former Associated Press reporter with 15 years of experience in writing, corporate public relations and media relations. Expert business writer with outstanding English and grammar skills. Scored in the top 1 percent of all Guru providers in Associated Press style editing. Winner of the International Association of Business Communicators Bronze Quill award. Managed public relations at three Fortune 500 companies in financial services, energy and technology, working with senior management to align business goals and communication to achieve financial results. Current instructor in newswriting and integrated communications.