Strategic communication
starts with strategy.

I help mission-driven organizations clarify strategy, strengthen positioning, and deliver measurable results. Drawing on 30+ years across government, nonprofits, and philanthropy, I bring a distinctive combination of editorial expertise, political savvy, and executive leadership—and turn strategy into action.

What I Do

  • Writing, editing, and content strategy

  • Strategic communications planning

  • Message development

  • Brand positioning and identity

  • Communications audits and benchmarking

  • Executive visibility and thought leadership

My Approach

CLARITY: Strong, consistent messaging builds trust and authority. I help organizations communicate clearly, credibly, and confidently.

STRATEGY: I align messages, values, and institutional goals to maximize reach and influence.

IMPACT: I translate vision into measurable results and real-world outcomes.

Who I’ve Worked With

I’ve helped government, nonprofit, and philanthropic organizations expand their reach, strengthen their reputation, and win support in complex political environments. I advise senior leaders, lead high-impact campaigns, and position organizations to lead with clarity and credibility. See career highlights.

Results

My work has earned national awards, and my writing has appeared in The Washington Post, STAT News, JAMA Health Forum, The Hill, the Huffington Post, and academic journals focused on health and strategic communications. I’ve placed op-eds and articles in the Associated Press, The New York Times, CNN, U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, PBS NewsHour, National Public Radio, and many others. I also served as lead editor of the best-selling book Talking Health: A New Way to Communicate About Public Health.

Why “Livity”?

Livity is a Rastafari word that means living with purpose, connection, and impact. That’s how I approach communication—as something alive, intentional, and rooted in values.

Let's talk about how sharpening your communication can increase your impact.