Corporate Communication Specialist

Columbus Blue Jackets | Aug. 2021-Present

  • Lead non-hockey publicity and media relations, crafting and executing initiatives to elevate brand visibility locally and nationally.

  • Develop compelling feature stories—including nationally aired segments on NBC and Good Morning America—highlighting player profiles, human interest narratives, and philanthropic efforts.

  • Leveraged storytelling to showcase the team’s commitment to community engagement, youth development, and inclusivity.

  • Create and execute communication strategies for team initiatives surrounding fan experience and corporate partnerships.

  • Serve as the point person for player appearances, including overseeing logistics, player activities, and more.

Highlights:

  • Successfully launched the COSI Fan Zone located inside Nationwide Arena with local and national coverage.

  • Pitched a national story covering a child’s love for the team through his Blue Jackets Halloween costume that fit around his wheelchair.

  • Worked with the NHL to generate high level coverage of the NHL Stadium Series in March 2025.

Freelance

Lindy Noel PR | Sept. 2020-Present

  • Develop and implement communication strategies for nonprofit organizations to increase awareness, promote events, and drive volunteer recruitment.

  • Craft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and digital content to enhance brand visibility.

  • Pitch feature stories to local, regional, and national media.

Highlights:

  • Successful feature stories on the Gateway Archers Beep Baseball team

  • Developed and executed a robust communication plan for volunteer recruitment for the Broadcast Information Program resulting in over 40 new volunteer applicants.

Development Director

VOYCE | Sept. 2020-Present

  • Designed and executed comprehensive fundraising strategies across multiple channels.

  • Increased individual giving through targeted appeal solicitations, social media campaigns, and email marketing.

  • Led a team managing public policy efforts and event planning to support organizational goals.

Highlights:

  • Increased end of year contributions by 85% year over year.

  • Increased support from a single grant funder by 150% in 2020.

Marketing & Communication Manager

St. Louis Blues, Enterprise Center, & Stifel Theatre | Oct. 2017-May 2020

  • Managed media relations for Enterprise Center and Stifel Theatre events, ensuring extensive coverage locally and regionally.

  • Developed communication and marketing strategies for traditional and digital media to position both venues as premier entertainment destinations.

  • Created PR campaigns to promote St. Louis Blues community initiatives and corporate partnerships.

  • Identified and executed successful campaigns for rebranding naming rights for two venues, as well as the renovations at Enterprise Center.

Highlights:

  • Hosted media open houses for Enterprise Center’s renovations resulting in high media coverage including Arena Digest, St. Louis Post Dispatch, St. Louis Business Journal, and more.

  • Successfully implemented press conferences for the new Stifel Theatre naming rights partner and 2020 Gymnastics Trials.

  • Coordinated over 110 media interviews during Stanley Cup Playoffs including retail, watch parties, food and beverage, event experience, and more. (April-June, 2019)

  • Announced partnerships with KultureCity and local non-profit, MindsEye, to provide a better sensory friendly and inclusive experience.

Marketing & Communication Coordinator

Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Missouri Chapter | Feb. 2014-Oct. 2017

  • Led media campaigns to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, research efforts, and fundraising initiatives.

  • Collaborated with media across 96 counties to execute marketing campaigns for major fundraising events.

  • Designed and implemented advertising strategies across TV, radio, print, digital, and SEO platforms.

Highlights:

  • Earned over 63 million media impressions an increase of 25% year over year.

  • Implemented a social media campaign which resulted in a 35% increase in impressions.