ransitioning from nonprofit communications into internal strategic communications and policy work for the City of Norwalk, Norwalk ACTS to the Mayor’s Office, reflects a natural evolution of my work translating complex systems into clear, actionable strategies. In my role as Manager of Communications, I supported alignment with cross-sector partners, elevating data-driven narratives, and ensuring that communications functioned as a strategic driver rather than a reactive tool.

Now, as Director of Policy & Strategy for the City of Norwalk, I apply that same lens internally while supporting executive decision-making, strengthening cross-departmental alignment, and helping operationalize the Mayor’s priorities through coordinated policy development and communication, while serving as a thought partner and senior advisor to Mayor Barbara Smyth.

This shift moves beyond storytelling into systems design, where messaging, policy, and implementation are integrated to improve how government functions, builds trust, and delivers outcomes for residents.