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Crystal Borde

Crystal Borde

Senior Account Executive, Policy Communications Group Leader

What Drives Me:
Spending time with family and friends
Constantly following newsmakers in politics, sports and entertainment
Photographing D.C.’s cherry blossoms and other striking landscapes
Touring historical landmarks and museums in D.C. and around the country
Savoring my favorite Trinidadian dishes and delicacies
Enjoying the arts – movies, music, theater and dance – as much as possible

Issues That Energize Me:
Education equity
Public health
Children’s social and emotional well-being
Energy conservation
Environmental protection
Cultural competency
Civic participation

My Specialties:
Integrated media planning
Policy communications
Media relations
Writing and editing
Campaign management
Strategic planning
Social marketing
Training and technical assistance
Entertainment event management
Public speaking

Other Stuff About Me:
I was PRSA Los Angeles Area Chapter’s Young PR Professional of the Year in 2004.
I’m co-founder of a local book club.
I’m a Southern California native and a proud Cal State Fullerton Titan.
I have excellent balance due to eight years of classical ballet training.
I wrote a comic book about a football-playing superhero.