Delicately balancing internal and client priorities is one of my greatest strengths. From behemoth music festivals to restaurant service patterns, operations are my passion—and I bring that energy to every project I manage. With 15+ years of experience spanning large-scale event builds, food and beverage operations, and hospitality program development, I excel at financial projections, staff coaching, and strategic planning.

As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), I create systems that effectively manage concurrent projects, staff and resource allocation, and budgets ranging from $250K to $27M+.

Managing and working alongside remote teams and clients is where I’m most comfortable, and I enthusiastically embrace non-traditional workspaces to get things done.

I help brands communicate their purpose—and ensure it shows up consistently across every touchpoint.

From using data-driven insights to inform brand experiences to shaping integrated campaigns, I connect the dots between strategy and execution.

With an eye on operational clarity, I build strategies that aren’t just big ideas but actionable plans that deliver.

From moderating panels to leading workshops, I love creating space for meaningful conversation.

With a master's in Food Studies and a background in storytelling, I bring a grounded, accessible voice to topics at the intersection of food, culture, and brand building.

As Publisher and Editor in Chief of Edible Chicago, I lead a small but mighty team to tell stories that matter. From print and digital issues to in-person experiences, I oversee editorial strategy and execution that brings communities together around food and place.

Beyond the magazine, I have curated and produced programs for live events, from chef-led dinners to panel discussions, ensuring content and experiences align with mission-driven storytelling.

I thrive at the intersection of editorial and operations—balancing vision with practical details to create work that is engaging, thoughtful, and well-executed.