Writer. Communications strategist. One-woman agency.

Storytelling, content creation, social media, and PR.

I consider all of these peas in a pod — and I’m here to make sure your strategies are nestled together tightly.

I’m Mel.

I help purpose-driven companies and individuals connect with their target audiences through written content and thoughtful distribution.

The short version: You’ve got goodness you can’t wait to share with the world. I make sure it sounds great — and get it to the people who didn’t know they were waiting for it.

Sound like something you’re looking for? Let’s chat.

Give peas a chance to...

Write your content. Strategize your social. Manage your PR. Tell your story.
Connect the dots.

When it comes to marketing and strategic communications these aren’t separate entities — they’re peas in a pod.

Let's Work Together

Or, at least let’s start by talking about working together.

I approach marketing and communications from a place of exploration — and I pride myself on walking beside my clients and figuring it out together, rather than pulling you along for the ride.

Think of me as an enthusiastic, endlessly transparent, and overly-communicative wing woman.

If that sounds like someone you’d like to have in your corner, dig into my services for more on what I can do for you.

Why Peapod?

I’m endlessly curious.

My favorite thing to say during calls is “Hey, you know how I think we could do that?” I love digging in and figuring out your business and what lights you up — and translating that into purposeful strategies words to share with the people who matter most to you.

I’m a great synthesizer.

I’ve had many a client — companies and individuals — say they work me because they can throw a million little bits of information my way, and I can combine them in a way that’s crisp, clear, and thoughtful.

I’m agile.

I move fast (within reason, of course!) and can deliver in weeks what might take a larger agency months to move forward. I also have a dance card full of people that are great at delivering what I can’t — design, websites, video, and more — and I keep ‘em close.

I’m empathetic.

A college boyfriend once told me "I feel too well," and personally, I fail to see why that's a bad thing. My ability to understand how other people are feeling and being able to put myself in someone's shoes has been an incredible asset to my clients — and the customers they want to reach.

I’m always two steps ahead.

When you partner with me for a messaging framework, I’m already thinking about how those words will translate to your website. If you hire me to write a blog series, I’m usually daydreaming about all the nuggets you’ll be able to use for social media.

I’m Mel.

Is being who I am really a value? I think it is. I’m a perpetual idea-generator, “Ooh, this would be great for LinkedIn!” sharer, and I sometimes use rap lyrics to get my point across. I am who I am. I’m a dynamo who want my clients to succeed. I’m proud of the moves you make, and excited when I get to be a part of them.

You Want to See What I Can Do?

Done. Head here to take a look at some of my latest work.

Great Folks I've Worked With

The Peapod Fan Club

Working with these people are my jam. Bonus: they seem to like me, too.

"I highly recommend partnering with Mel. She is a GEM! A talented writer and strategist, she’s fast, smart, creative, organized and always reliable. Simply put, she is consistently awesome! It’s such a relief to know that we can always count on her. She really knows and cares about our organization and brand, so much that it feels like she’s a member of our team. We value her expertise and are so grateful for our strategic partnership. Thank you, Mel!"

Alison Deshaw RoweDirector of Strategic Communications, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Human Ecology

"Working with Mel was a 5-star experience. She matched our voice perfectly and crushed each of the articles we asked her to write. Plus, she’s such a fun person and was an awesome addition to our team!

“Mel is an expert wordsmith, an impeccable crafter of content, and a snappy strategist all at once. From education technology to nonprofit orgs to small business social, Mel can do it all— so just ask!”

Lauren Gilchrist and Erin WerraMarketing Content Team, Skyward

"Mel is the single reason I can offer clients a one stop shop. When clients ask for writing as part of our engagement, Mel is always the first call I make and for good reason — she not only hits the mark every time but she makes my job easy.

"As a designer, your writing partner has a huge influence over the design and the overall direction. I always appreciate that Mel is so collaborative and thoughtful about her content — never fluffy or verbose just for the sake of word count. Her ability to write content for the web that is not only on target but also keeps the overall hierarchy in mind helps to provide an end product that feels seamless even under the tightest of deadlines.

"If words are needed (and who are we kidding, they almost always are), Mel is my first call. Now and always!"

Rochelle RatkajOwner & Creative Director, Ratkaj Designs

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Writer. Communications strategist. One-woman agency.

I’m Mel.

I help purpose-driven companies and individuals connect with their target audiences through written content and thoughtful distribution.

Give peas a chance to...

Write your content. Strategize your social. Manage your PR. Tell your story.
Connect the dots.

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Social Media

Let's Work Together

Or, at least let’s start by talking about working together.