About Me
I come from a family of public servants, so working on issues that matter has always felt like the obvious path. For me, communications is how I contribute, making complex topics more accessible and helping meaningful work connect with real people.
I’ve helped nonprofits and public agencies reach the right audiences, build momentum, and draw attention to issues that often fall out of the spotlight, including clean energy, transit, environmental justice, and equity. Good causes deserve attention. I help make sure they get it.
What I do
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Messaging shapes public opinion, builds trust, and moves issues forward. I’ve helped nonprofits, coalitions, and public agencies get their stories in front of the right people, from reporters to policymakers. Whether it’s landing media coverage, building a campaign narrative, or writing with a clear audience in mind, I focus on connecting strategy to real-world impact.
My skills:
Message and narrative development
Media relations
Thought leadership writing
Crisis communications and rapid response
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Effective digital work meets people where they are and motivates them to take action. I’ve led digital campaigns across social media, websites, and newsletters that inform, engage, and grow communities. My focus is on building content strategies that feel timely, accessible, and easy to engage with.
My skills:
Social media content and strategy
Community management
Email marketing
Newsletter development
Multi-channel content strategy
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Public affairs work makes big issues feel local and actionable. I’ve helped organizations build turnout, increase participation, and promote public engagement on complex topics like infrastructure, clean energy, and civic access. I focus on reaching the right audiences with communications that motivate people to take part.
My skills:
Grassroots mobilization
Public education campaigns
Event and attendance strategy
Coalition-building
Stakeholder engagement
Where I’ve done it
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I have worked in government communications at the local, state, and federal levels, helping agencies and elected officials communicate complex policies to the public. My experience includes media relations, community outreach, and crafting clear, accessible messaging to engage diverse audiences.
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I’ve supported nonprofit organizations and issue advocacy groups in elevating their causes through strategic communications. This has included content creation, email campaigns, and analytics-driven digital storytelling designed to build awareness, shift narratives, and influence policy.
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I’ve led communications for organizations advocating for expanded mobility — from sidewalks to passenger rail. My work has included messaging strategy, social media campaigns, and press outreach to grow public support and build momentum for better transportation systems.
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Since the start of my career, I’ve worked on climate and environmental issues across youth-led efforts, policy advocacy, and nonprofit campaigns. I’ve helped mobilize communities, craft values-based messaging, and shape digital content strategies that connect environmental concerns to real-world impacts.
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My energy communications experience spans federal regulation and state-level advocacy. I’ve worked to make energy policy understandable and engaging — from regulatory explainer content to grassroots communications campaigns that push for cleaner, more affordable energy systems.
What I’ve won for it
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Issued by University of Dayton, May 2025.
Awarded to a student in the Communication Department who demonstrated exceptional commitment to academics, extracurricular leadership, and community engagement during their time as a communication major.
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Issued by Rail Passengers Association, January 2025.
Recognized as the top intern for my contributions to digital content and strategy that engaged 46,000+ supporters of public transit and passenger rail nationwide. My work helped increase web traffic by 10% and generated over 4,000 direct messages and comments, giving the association a new digital lifeline to its audience.
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Issued by WayUp and Yello, August 2024.
Named among the Top 100 Interns nationwide and honored as the inaugural recipient of the 101 Award, recognizing interns who exemplify grit, creativity, and leadership with a lasting impact on their organizations.
What people are saying
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“What truly sets Lenny apart is his versatility in any situation, his passion for the industry's future, and his strategic thinking. He has played a crucial role in our growth.”
Damaryan Benton, Founder at The PR Habitat
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“He very quickly learned the details of our messaging and mission, and translated our objectives into eye-catching social-media posts. Our traffic and views have responded in kind.”
Jim Mathews, President and CEO at Rail Passengers Association
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“His role as both the organizer and spokesperson for our Dayton chapter garnered the highest attendance at a premier chapter meeting in our organization’s history. I have no doubt that he will bring the same level of dedication, passion, and excellence to any future endeavor.”
Beth Russell, Communications Director at All Aboard Ohio
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“Lenny is a highly professional, motivated, and talented employee who contributed meaningfully to the success of our Office. His knowledge and enthusiasm for public affairs and communication resulted in tangible improvements to our social media reach during the short term of his internship.”
Rachel McNamara, Senior Advisor at the Department of Energy
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“Within his time at TCI he revolutionized our media/PR digital presence with the design and launch of the TCI Press Room. His project management of a co-branded pitch to the American Red Cross impressed senior leadership.”
Meagan Cooper, Director of Marketing Communications at The Climate Initiative
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“With minimal hours available and in a short space of time, Lenny took our company's social media presence and grew it rapidly, using organic content only. He jumped right into understanding the business, our market, our voice, and creating content that represents us and resonates with our clients.”
Sam Plester, Chief Executive Officer at Mission Brands Consulting
My impact