Welcome!
I’m Amanda, a self-proclaimed word nerd and cat lady with over a decade of content and communications experience in a range of industries.
I’m on a mission to put words to work for the greater good. To connect with and relate to others. To tell a story. To make a difference. To inspire, influence and engage – no matter the medium.
Let’s see what we can do together!
Portfolio – Recent Articles
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Take a Brake: How School Bus Air Disc, Drum & Hydraulic Systems Compare
Is it time to rethink your school bus brake system? Let’s break down cost, performance, maintenance, and real-world fleet experiences.
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2026 Administrator of the Year: Kathy Calkins’ Transformational Leadership in Oregon
Three decades after almost walking away from the school bus, studying child behavior changed everything for Kathy Calkins. Now, she oversees 181 buses and leads the 225-person team at North Clackamas with intent and purpose.
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Insurance Gone Wild: School Bus Operators Call for Tort Reform
Rising insurance premiums are costing everyone who operates a yellow bus. Here’s how litigation trends, nuclear verdicts, and lawsuit abuse reform could help.
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Why “Adopt, Don’t Shop” Matters
I know so many people roll their eyes at the phrase, “Adopt, don’t shop.” I’ve even advocated before that it’s OK to buy a pet from a breeder if you research and visit them to know they’re ethical and truly care for their animals. I still believe reputable breeders are better than pet stores, the…
That Wall You’re Hitting? It Might Be Growth in Disguise.
If you’re like me, you’ve had plenty of moments where you were ready to throw in the towel. You felt like you were failing, no one cared, the challenges you were facing were too steep to continue trudging through. That feeling has been prevalent in many aspects of my life over the past few years.…
I Wrote an Obituary for My Cat
When my faithful feline companion of over 13 years passed away recently, I couldn’t stay silent. I just had to acknowledge his life, his death, and my deep love for my special cat. The first thing I thought of was to write an obituary for him. While words can’t express how much Captain meant to…
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