I have continued to apply my journalism school training throughout my career. The ability to turn curiosity into questions and interviews into stories has been essential to my career in corporate communication and corporate responsibility. My J-School training, even as a broadcast major, helped me write a nonfiction book that will launch Tuesday, August 15, 2023. The title is MEN-IN-THE-MIDDLE: Conversations to Gain Momentum with Gender Equity’s Silent Majority. I interviewed men about gender equity and followed those insights with secondary research. I aim to change the narrative that gender equity is an issue that elevates men and women, a win-win, vs a win-lose. All great change starts with a conversation. When we lead with curiosity and listen to understand, we can create meaningful connections that impact the world for the better.

Updated: March 19, 2025