“Alisa is a driven, experienced strategic thinker who is both assertive and flexible in her approach to problem solving and program development. I found working with Alisa a very rewarding experience on the Society for Technical Communication Board of Directors--she's excellent in helping clarify the complex and developing market-driven, high-quality ideas and initiatives. It's great to have her on a team because she's not only professional and fun to work with, but she also brings an impressive breadth of knowledge of the field and innovative, business savvy ideas to the table.”
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Our President Tim Frick will join digital sustainability leaders this coming Thursday at noon EST to discuss the launch of 'Sustainable by Design: A…
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Listen I'm not "against" AI. My thoughts are more nuanced than that. BUT, "Human-level AI is close"? Guys. Just stop.
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Experience
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Clarifying Complex Ideas, LLC
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Volunteer
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
- Present 3 months
Environment
Supporting educational programs and youth events.
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Volunteer
Feeding San Diego
- Present 3 months
Poverty Alleviation
Gleaning produce: Making sure the food is fresh and ready to be distributed.
Packing: Preparing bags of produce, dry goods or bonus items.
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Task Force on the Psychology & Sociology of Climate Denial, Skepticism, and Inertia
Association of Climate Change Officers
- Present 5 years
Environment
An ACCO task force to inform the development of curriculum and programming on the psychology and sociology of climate denial, skepticism and inertia. The work of this group will inform ACCO programs delivered to public and private sector professionals and elected officials worldwide.
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Mentor
University of Arizona, Maricopa County Cooperative Extension
- Present 1 year 5 months
Environment
Mentor for the MCMG Home Horticulture program (Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025), helping community members learn how to care for their native plants and advocating for xeriscaping.
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Master Gardener Mentor Spring 2023
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension
- 6 months
Environment
Mentored a class of five trainees on their path to becoming certified master gardeners.
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Master Gardener Mentor Spring 2022
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension
- 6 months
Environment
Mentored a class of six trainees on their path to becoming certified master gardeners.
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Conference Committee
Society for Technical Communication
- 8 months
Education
Part of the team responsible for selecting the best educational sessions to enhance attendees' professional development.
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Chair, Education Committee
Society for Technical Communication
- 2 years
Education
Provided guidance and resources to advance the professional development opportunities in the Society's educational programming.
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Chair, New Educational Products Committee
American Medical Writers Association (AMWA)
- 1 year 1 month
Education
Drove initiatives to increase the availability of online education offerings for the AMWA membership.
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Exhibitor
Maker Faire Bay Area
- Present 8 years 1 month
Science and Technology
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Coach
Pleasanton National Little League
- 3 years 6 months
Children
Coached little league baseball, T-ball through AAA.
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Branding Strategist for Junior Achievement
Taproot Foundation
- 5 months
Children
The recession resulted in a very competitive fundraising environment, forcing many charities to compete for a dwindling pool of large-scale corporate sponsorships. Together with my Taproot team, we developed a new brand strategy for Junior Achievement to demonstrate the organization's value and generate new interest from corporate donors.
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Reading Recovery Program
California School for the Deaf, Fremont
- 6 years 11 months
Education
Part of the team involved with building a new Reading Recovery library of books. Developed a taxonomy categorized by both reading level and topic-based interest. Coordinated monthly reading programs for the students at a local bookstore. Part of the Reading Recovery philosophy of literacy education.
Honors & Awards
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Fellow
Society for Technical Communication
Citation: For your pioneering work developing sustainable content metrics; for your support of others' career development; and for your commitment to developing long-term strategic programs for STC.
Fellow is one of the three honorary ranks in the Society. It is an honor bestowed upon Associate Fellows who have continued to make exemplary contributions to the arts and science of technical communication, and for sustained and significant service to STC. These contributions involve…Citation: For your pioneering work developing sustainable content metrics; for your support of others' career development; and for your commitment to developing long-term strategic programs for STC.
Fellow is one of the three honorary ranks in the Society. It is an honor bestowed upon Associate Fellows who have continued to make exemplary contributions to the arts and science of technical communication, and for sustained and significant service to STC. These contributions involve significant achievements that advance the profession and its recognition. -
Leading Digital Communicators to a Sustainable Future — Excellence In Corporate Social Responsibility
Communitas Awards
The Communitas Awards is an international effort to recognize exceptional businesses, organizations, and individuals who are unselfishly giving of themselves and their resources, and those who are changing how they do business to benefit their communities. Nominees will be evaluated on the extent and effectiveness of their efforts.
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Measuring & Mitigating Carbon Emissions from Digital Content — Silver Award | Content Marketing Strategy - CSR
NYX Awards
NYX Awards is an international competition for honoring marketing, communication, and creative professionals across all facets of industries and mediums, to advocate valuable and significant projects.
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Metrics for Carbon Impact of Digital Communications — Platinum Award: Individual Achievement
AVA Digital Awards
Platinum Award for Individual Achievement
AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction, design, and production of digital communication. -
Intercom Magazine — Gold Award
MarCom Awards
Gold award for Print Media | Publications | Association Magazines.
MarCom Awards honors excellence in marketing and communication while recognizing the creativity, hard work, and generosity of industry professionals. MarCom is administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP). -
Sustainability: A Critical Part of Your Communications Strategy — Gold Award
MarCom Awards
Gold award for Video/Audio | Other Audio Presentation.
MarCom Awards honors excellence in marketing and communication while recognizing the creativity, hard work, and generosity of industry professionals. MarCom is administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP). -
Measuring the Impact of Digital Communications - Silver Award: Content Marketing Strategy | Special Topic Issue
NYX Awards
The NYX Awards is a leading international awards program that recognizes, celebrates, and provides acknowledgment favoring all who possess extraordinary calibre across all facets of industries and mediums, specifically in the fields of marketing, communication, advertising, creativity, public relations, graphic design, print, digital, video, and audio.
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Measuring the Impact of Digital Communications — Silver Award: Content Marketing Strategy | Measurement Program
NYX Awards
The NYX Awards is a leading international awards program that recognizes, celebrates, and provides acknowledgment favoring all who possess extraordinary calibre across all facets of industries and mediums, specifically in the fields of marketing, communication, advertising, creativity, public relations, graphic design, print, digital, video, and audio.
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STC Intercom Magazine — Gold Award: Publications - Magazine
NYX Awards
During my tenure as editor, Intercom magazine was selected as outstanding in its field.
The NYX Awards is a leading international awards program that recognizes, celebrates, and provides acknowledgment favoring all who possess extraordinary calibre across all facets of industries and mediums, specifically in the fields of marketing, communication, advertising, creativity, public relations, graphic design, print, digital, video, and audio. -
Sustainable Earth Small Business Award 2022
Sustainable Earth, Arizona State University
Cash prize earned as runner-up for the SESBA Sustainability Awards, which celebrate small businesses and individuals championing sustainability through:
- Renewable energy
- Water conservation
- Waste and recycling
- Transportation and logistics
- Closed-loop systems
- Employee equity
- And more
To be eligible, your business must have fewer than 500 employees and operate in the U.S. As a SESBA recipient, your sustainability innovations and achievements will inspire…Cash prize earned as runner-up for the SESBA Sustainability Awards, which celebrate small businesses and individuals championing sustainability through:
- Renewable energy
- Water conservation
- Waste and recycling
- Transportation and logistics
- Closed-loop systems
- Employee equity
- And more
To be eligible, your business must have fewer than 500 employees and operate in the U.S. As a SESBA recipient, your sustainability innovations and achievements will inspire other small businesses to take action for a cleaner planet. -
dotCOMM Platinum Award 2022 — Individual Achievement
Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals
Honoring Excellence in Web Creativity + Digital Communication
Category 400: Individual Achievement
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Associate Fellow
Society for Technical Communication
Citation: "For building professional development resources that advance communicators’ careers; for developing long-term strategic programs for STC; and for drawing attention to how effective communication can benefit organizations and society."
Associate Fellow is the second highest honorary rank that the Society can confer upon a member. This honor recognizes members for their outstanding achievements in and contributions to the arts and science of technical communication, and for…Citation: "For building professional development resources that advance communicators’ careers; for developing long-term strategic programs for STC; and for drawing attention to how effective communication can benefit organizations and society."
Associate Fellow is the second highest honorary rank that the Society can confer upon a member. This honor recognizes members for their outstanding achievements in and contributions to the arts and science of technical communication, and for sustained and significant service to STC. -
NOVA Award
Nellcor Puritan Bennett
Awarded for outstanding performance in the development of an internal communications engagement campaign.
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Society for Technical Communication
Director
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