COMMUNICATION & STRATEGY


Communication is leadership.

I’ve spent over two decades helping executives and organizations speak with authority, navigate complexity and lead with confidence when it matters most.

I empower organizations to navigate disruption and emerge with a competitive advantage.

Keynote Speaker

From global stages to boardroom briefings - dynamic talks on leadership, AI, digital safety, and the power of strategic communication.

Strategic Advisor

Crisis counsel, executive communications coaching and reputation strategy for leaders facing high-stakes moments.

Trusted by leaders at:


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Mom 2.0 summit
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National Association of Realtors
Virginia Womens Conference
Yahoo!
Power Rising Conference
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Uber
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  • “Edda’s work helped turn the conversation about children’s online safety into real, enforceable California law. It is my honor to name her my Woman of the Year.”

    — Assembly member Rebecca Bauer-Kahan

  • “You were great and gave solid advice for our 1,200 leaders — thank you!”

    —John Gormley, CEO at Mainstreet Organization of Realtors

  • “Edda is a dedicated leader and consummate professional. She is a big picture thinker with a collegial spirit, and it has truly been a pleasure to work alongside her”.

    Darah Franklin,
    Director Communications Law, Google

  • “Edda has a proven track record as someone who is passionate about good governance. Her devotion to fostering unity around issues that matter is more important today than ever before.”

    U.S. Senator Mark Warner, D-VA

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ABOUT ME


Hi, I’m Edda!

I’ve spent two decades at the intersection of corporate strategy, public affairs, and executive communications - advising boards, C-Suite leaders, and institutions on how to protect trust, align stakeholders and move forward with clarity.

Navigating change, risk, or opportunity and need a trusted partner?