Since founding Bliss Communications in 1997, Mimi has focused on the core leadership skill of public speaking. She works in a range of industries, including healthcare, automotive, government, economic development, financial services, and nonprofit. As we’ve shifted to virtual meetings, Mimi has developed a high level of expertise in moderating virtual events, coaching leaders and teams to speak comfortably on video, and structuring virtual meetings that are interactive and meaningful.

Mimi has extensive experience in the fields of journalism and public relations. She was an on-camera reporter for ABC and NBC television affiliates and a freelance field producer for the Today Show and NBC Nightly News. She also served as a corporate spokesperson for a major restaurant company and managed media relations for a hospital system.

Mimi earned a degree in public policy from Duke University. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee. She has served in leadership roles for numerous nonprofit boards of directors. She is currently active in the Leadership Nashville alumni organization, a member of the University School of Nashville Board of Trustees, and a member of the Duke University Alumni Association Board of Directors.