My name is Cara. I’m a writer, an award-winning journalist, and a cultural consultant.

With over 20 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, and marketing, my writing and campaign leadership abilities have elevated brand presence and engaged audiences at nationally ranked health organizations and R1 universities.

My writing has appeared in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and The Florida Times-Union, and my nonfiction essays have appeared in Fragments of Ourselves and Start with Welcome. I am a member of the Wisconsin Writers Association and the Oshkosh Area Writers Club.

I currently work at Bethany Christian Services, one of 10 refugee resettlement agencies that welcome and serve unaccompanied minors through foster care. My doctoral dissertation in intercultural studies (Biola University, ‘21) explored how sub-Saharan African immigrant women experience belonging when visiting their country of origin.

I’ve trekked the foothills of the Himalayas, the rift zone of Kīlauea, and the breathtaking sequoias of the Giant Forest, but being a wife and mom is my greatest adventure.

I’d love to connect! Say hi on Instagram or drop me a message here.