Emily is passionate about the role stories play in creating community and connections. Using people-centered storytelling, she highlights RSDP’s and CERTs’ community-focused work and clean energy efforts across the state. Emily earned a B.S. in mass communications and journalism from St. Cloud State University and is pursuing a M.A. in strategic communication from the University of Minnesota. She resides in North St. Paul with her spouse and their rescue pup, Ralphie.