Governor Spotlight: Public Relations

Briefly describe what you do.

I am a coach, consultant, teacher and mentor.

What motivated you to become a governor? 

I wanted to contribute in a meaningful way to the industry that shaped so much of my career. Serving as a governor gives me the chance to support and advocate for PR professionals at all stages — and to help ensure that the next generation of PR leaders is equipped, supported and recognized.

What are some of your proudest accomplishments or credits? 

I’ve never been one to think in terms of accomplishments. It was always about looking toward what comes next. But looking back, a chapter that stands out is when I stepped into a senior leadership role at HBO during a time of major corporate change — right before the world was turned upside down by Covid. Leading the publicity team through organizational transformation amidst a global crisis challenged me in ways I couldn’t have predicted. I’m proud that I stayed grounded in empathy and a commitment to supporting my colleagues through uncertainty, pressure and both personal and professional upheaval. That season shaped who I am as a leader and as a coach.

How do you stay informed about emerging trends and developments within your field, and how has that helped support your peer group? 

I stay informed by reading the trades and other relevant media, as well as through my professional networks and client work across various industries. The mix helps me bring a fresh perspective to challenges, trends and ways to support peers in thinking about the future of our work.

What do you hope to accomplish for your peer group as a governor? 

I want to support and broaden frameworks for peer learning and mentorship, especially for the newer members.

What do you like most about being a governor at the Television Academy?  

Much of my work, past and present, is about helping people use their voice with an impact. I’m always looking for the same thing: clarity, resonance and a sense of purpose. Being a governor at the Television Academy allows me to bring that lens to a community I’ve been part of for decades, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute.

Briefly describe what you do.

I manage the public image of TV shows, production companies and talent by securing media coverage, crafting press materials and coordinating publicity campaigns to build awareness and viewership.

What motivated you to become a governor? 

I wanted to give back to my community of talented television professionals.

What are some of your proudest accomplishments or credits? 

I am most proud of the work that I did on The Handmaid's Tale, the first streaming series ever to win the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series.

How do you stay informed about emerging trends and developments within your field, and how has that helped support your peer group? 

I pay special attention to the campaigns that are breaking through and the tactics the PR teams use to help the project gain traction.

What do you hope to accomplish for your peer group as a governor? 

I plan to build a stronger community for our peers. Often, publicists are the ones organizing events and don’t have much time to gather and talk about the industry. I want to help change that.

What do you like most about being a governor at the Television Academy? 

I enjoy collaborating with peers from diverse disciplines. As we do when producing a show, everyone must come together to make a project successful. We do the same thing at the Academy.