About

“We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one.”

-Source Unknown

In addition to coaching, I am a communications strategist and consultant, partnering with mission-driven organizations to support brand and executive storytelling. I am also an Adjunct Professor at USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.

I am committed to fostering equitable access to education and supporting emerging leaders, especially those from underrecognized backgrounds. I am on the board of Ready to Succeed, which empowers foster-impacted college students to launch successful careers. I also serve as a Governor for the Television Academy, representing the Public Relations Peer Group.

Before launching The Jones Code, I was EVP and Head of Communications for HBO and HBO Max (now Max), where I led communications for the industry-leading content portfolio. I was a trusted advisor to the C-suite, driving senior executive communications, crisis and reputation management, and spearheading publicity teams. ​

My entertainment publicity career began as a unit publicist working on feature films. I am an alumna of Amherst College, where I earned my BA magna cum laude in French.

Some things that aren’t on my resume:

Born in South Los Angeles, I grew up the youngest of five and only girl, in the nexus of Boomers and Gen X. LA public schools led to a rude awakening when I landed at an elite New England college half the size of my high school.

I had learned early on to listen between the lines and hear the unspoken, but I thought I lacked the skills (of attention and confidence) required to become the doctor I wanted to be since I was five. Never afraid of a pivot,  my ability to listen deeply and with curiosity led me to thrive as a publicist (and, years later, as a coach).

My PR career advanced over the decades through multiple industry transformations. It was unpredictable, mostly fun, and fueled by plenty of hard work. I always knew I would eventually change careers – one day.

But years pass, responsibilities grow, families expand. Then came the moment – with an urgent clarity – when it was time to go. And I never looked back.

That leap ultimately led me to the work I was meant to do—helping others create a path forward with intention.