I’m a writer, editor, and communications director.

I believe stories have the power to fuel curiosity, build empathy, and drive action.

These days, I’m the Communications Director for 1MISSION, a community development organization working in Mexico and Central America. And I run Hoiland Media, a boutique communications company serving startups and nonprofits with words.

I wrote a children’s book called A New House is a Big Deal and co-authored The True Story That Changes Everything: A Community Development Bible Study in Six Acts.

I have worked on a series of short films, most recently This is Home (2023).

Previously, I worked at World Vision, Church World Service, and Marketplace One. I earned my M.A. in International Development from Eastern University and a B.S. in Communications and Journalism from Millersville University.

A dual citizen of Guatemala and the United States, I live with Katie in Tempe, Arizona, where we enjoy long walks with Saint Gus.

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