Campaign Strategy with a Conscience
From campaign victories to personal trials, my work as a strategist has been guided by a deep commitment to redemption, reform, and real results.
A Life Committed to Redemption and Reform
Serving as Campaign Strategist for Fulton County Solicitor General Keith Gammage was both an honor and a defining moment in my career. What began as a casual one-hour lunch became a three-hour conversation that revealed his unwavering commitment to justice and his deep compassion for those seeking redemption beyond societal labels.
With Keith’s leadership and strategy, I was proud to craft, we united diverse communities, hosted meaningful events, and earned citywide endorsements—culminating in a hard-earned and deeply meaningful victory. One unforgettable moment was a call to Ambassador Andrew Young, inviting him to support our campaign. That call marked a pivotal milestone in my journey as a strategist.
Our team worked tirelessly to amplify Keith Gammage’s platform of restorative justice. Sharing his belief in alternative sentencing and rehabilitation for non-violent offenders, I championed a cause rooted in hope—believing in people’s power to rebuild their lives. For me, this work is personal, anchored in a simple yet powerful question: What if this were your loved one? Everyone deserves the opportunity to learn from their mistakes and move forward with dignity.
For more than three decades, I’ve embraced two interconnected roles: political campaign strategist and advocate for second chances. My commitment to justice reform includes celebrating bipartisan milestones like the 2018 Justice Reform Bill in Washington, D.C. Through it all, I’ve built bridges, elevated faith-based voices, and amplified those too often silenced. My mission has remained clear: support those burdened by labels and help them reintegrate as thriving members of society.
In June 2018, my life took an unexpected turn when I became a victim of identity theft in Atlanta. It was a deeply personal and painful experience—one I kept private for years. I had made the mistake of leaving personal items in my glove compartment. Rushing to an appointment, I returned to find my car broken into—my wallet, credit cards, credentials, iPad, and more gone. If you’ve experienced this kind of violation, you understand the emotional weight it carries. Police reports were filed, but the perpetrators were never found.
As someone who has long advocated for second chances, I suddenly found myself on the other side—confronting pain, practicing forgiveness, and drawing strength from the very principles I champion. I refused to let this setback define me. Instead, I found healing in the letters and messages I’ve received from individuals who turned their lives around because someone believed in them.
To those responsible for the theft—if you ever read this—know that I’ve moved on. My work continues with renewed purpose. That experience only deepened my commitment to redemption, healing, and growth.
Because mistakes don’t have to be the end of the story. They can be the beginning of a new chapter.
