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Where I Come From
I was born and raised in Venezuela, where curiosity was my compass and communication my first love. I moved to the U.S. on my own in my early twenties, determined to transform ideas into action — and action into impact.
From local classrooms to global campaigns, I’ve helped brands and people find the right words, the right tone, and the right strategies to move forward with confidence.
I combine years of hands-on experience with a deep respect for data, audience psychology, and sharp aesthetics. I’m most energized when I’m:
- Distilling complex ideas into clear strategy
- Coaching teams and spokespeople to own the room
- Building communication ecosystems that feel smart and human
- Creating messaging that connects from Gen Z to Boomers
Whether consulting for healthcare tech or leading college workshops,
I always bring structure,
voice,
and results to every story I help shape.
The journey behind the strategist
Highlights & Roles
- Created tailored communication strategies for brands and leaders
- Guided executive storytelling, media training, and content development
- Integrated AI tools into workflows to streamline writing and engagement
- Helped increase client brand visibility by 20%
- Led student communication labs and podcast programming
- Facilitated public speaking coaching with measurable improvement in student confidence
- Delivered monthly communication workshops to 50+ participants
- Launched educational campaigns and training sessions
- Improved customer satisfaction by 25% and repeat business by 20%
- Directed brainstorming and content production across teams
- Scripted and produced social media campaigns
- Improved campaign engagement across platforms
- Delivered mental health presentations to 1,000+ students
- Achieved a 95% positive feedback rate
Education
M.S. Mass Communication – Global Strategic Communications
Florida International University
A.A. Psychology
Miami Dade College
B.A. Social Communication
Universidad de Los Andes, Venezuela
LAGRANT Foundation Graduate Scholar (2025)
The LAGRANT Foundation is a national organization dedicated to increasing the number of diverse professionals in advertising, marketing, and public relations.
Michelle was selected as one of only 10 graduate students nationwide to receive this prestigious award.
As part of the program, she participated in three intensive days of workshops and panels with executives from companies like P&G, Bayer, Mars, Omnicom, and more — gaining industry exposure and lifelong connections.
FINN Partners
for Diversity Participant (2025)
FINN Partners is one of the world’s largest independent PR agencies, known for purpose-driven campaigns and global impact.
Michelle was selected at the national level to join their Diversity in PR mentorship program, a one-week experience that included hands-on learning, case study discussions, and direct mentorship with senior leaders focused on education, social impact, and public affairs.
FOCUS by Cisneros Media
Women Entrepreneurs Graduate (2024)
FOCUS is a 13-week entrepreneurship program developed by Cisneros Media to support Venezuelan immigrant women in South Florida.
Michelle was selected to complete the program in 2024, where she explored business validation, brand development, and investor pitching.
Alongside her peers, she helped shape business ideas rooted in purpose, while also contributing her expertise in messaging and communication strategy.
Pitch Competition Winner
Blackstone LaunchPad (2022)
Hosted by Blackstone LaunchPad at Miami Dade College, this pitch competition highlights student-led innovation across categories.
Michelle won the Health category with her initiative "Revierte la Fórmula", a bilingual platform designed to promote mental health awareness among college students through storytelling, peer support, and practical tools for emotional well-being.
Graduate Advisory Board
FIU (2025)
Michelle was selected as one of 12 graduate students to represent Florida International University’s Graduate School on its official advisory board.
In this leadership role, she provides feedback on student needs, supports academic initiatives, and helps build bridges between faculty and students across disciplines.
As part of her contributions, Michelle led the development of Mastering the Mic — a public speaking training series designed to help graduate students present with clarity, confidence, and presence across academic and professional settings.
