Whether hosting live cooking demonstrations at food and wine events, emceeing multi-day corporate events, or moderating panels of authors, athletes, executives and thought leaders, I make it a point to create dialogue that engages an audience, offers insights with key takeaways, and encourages meaningful discussions. My expertise honed from years of interviewing folks from all walks of life – from royalty* to celebrities to ordinary people doing extraordinary things – translates seamlessly to leading panels and conducting live one-on-one interviews. Twenty-plus years as a journalist allows me to ask the right questions, uncover compelling narratives, and create connections. It just comes down to good storytelling. (*It was Sarah, Duchess of York, and she was very kind to a cub reporter getting her soundbites.)
I also enjoy the opportunity to speak to students, young professionals and non-profit organizations on topics including PR, communications, marketing and branding, travel media, and influencer marketing. Some of these have included: • Brown University • University of Rhode Island • Salve Regina University • Johnson & Wales University • Roger Williams University • PRSA Northeast District Conference • ROIinU Digital-Marketing Career-Builder • Entrepreneurship for All business accelerator program
I’m also regular guest on The Rhode Show on WPRI-TV (CBS affiliate) since 2009 to discuss current events, travel and lifestyle trends.