About Me

I’m a disciple of plain language and believe everyone can achieve clear and concise communication. But, it’s not as easy as you might think: “A simple style is the result of hard work and hard thinking.” (That’s a quote from William Zinsser, American journalist and editor.)

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I enjoy my job, and I am proud of what I do.

“A simple style is the result of hard work and hard thinking.”

Public Speaking

Speaking Engagements and Conferences

Western Region Intergovernmental Personnel Assessment Council (WRIPAC) Conference

Plain Language for Better Results (2020)

City of Sacramento Fire Department Annual Captains’ Academy

Business Writing Workshop (2019)

Association for Talent Development Leadership Conference

Tech Tools for Improving Board Efficiency and Communication (2017)

SAHRA Conference

Workplace Bullying: Identifying and Dealing with It (2015)

Schools Insurance Authority Monthly Professional Development Series

Situational Leadership Workshop (2020)

UC Davis/UC Davis Health

Keynote address at Instructor Appreciation Breakfast (2018)

California Department of Public Health All Staff Meeting

Mastering Change (2016)

ATD Sacramento

Icebreakers and Games as Engagement Tools (2015)

School Insurance Authority Leadership Conference

Flex Your Style: Situational Leadership (2019)

California Council of Governments, California Academy of Regional Leaders Conference

Plain Language Workshop (2018)

CalWorks / Refugee Conference

Building Trust and Accountability (2015)

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