Hey, I’m Rachel.

I am a Communications Business Partner at Sonoco, a leading diversified packaging company with operations in 30+ countries. I have over 10 years of corporate experience in marketing and communications, working with leading brands, industries and audiences.

My strengths include developing and executing communication strategies, creating integrated content plans, maintaining cross-functional relationships and reporting on marketing performance.

I received my undergraduate degree from Clemson University in Graphic Communications, B.S.

I later earned two Masters Degrees in Strategic Communications and Marketing Analytics from Penn State University.

I am passionate about creating compelling stories that resonate with diverse and global audiences.

Sonoco Portfolio:

  • Certified in Adobe Creative Suite from Clemson University.

  • Certified to translate data into meaningful insights to address fundamental marketing challenges from Penn State University.

  • Community Advocate: Serves on the Junior League of Columbia Board & Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Board.

“Rachel was an incredible asset to my team while I worked with her. She brings a wealth of marketing knowledge paired with a special skill to build relationships with those she works with. Process oriented, Rachel goes above and beyond to meet expectations and deliver results. She brings great ideas to the table and effortlessly moves projects from ideation to completion. Rachel is an incredible marketer and makes teams better!”

Julie Von Bokern, Marketing Leader

Peer Recommendations:

“Rachel's value to the team cannot be measured. Her impact to this team has been valued within marketing and has extended as a liaison outside of it into the greater Sonoco family. She has immersed herself into whatever role she has been asked to fill and has done it with aplomb. There has been no project I have contributed to creatively that she hasn't been integral to its success.

Rachel has shaped the way we communicate with newsletters to our employees around the world and she has driven the overall success of our growth in communication internally. I would strongly support any role that Rachel seeks as she is capable as proven with the ability to adapt and overcome challenges that will no doubt arise as the Marketing team continues to embody a department that provides world-class products and services.”

Calvin Miller, Graphic Designer

“Rachel is a dynamic marketing professional with an impressive skillset. Her understanding of data metrics and market analysis makes her a unique asset on any marketing team. She goes far beyond the ‘what’ and can swiftly identify and address the ‘why’ and ‘how.’”

Jack Roberts, Interior Design & Sales Leader

“Rachel stepped in to a stretch area of responsibility as her manager went out on maternity leave, effectively leading the CBP team during the interim and taking on responsibilities that were well outside her normal role. I greatly appreciate the work Rachel has put in to help bring the team along to work more collaboratively together.”

Kate Posek, Creative Leader

“Joining the team during a critical phase, Rachel quickly became a key player in the successful execution of the Sonoco Supplier Conference. Leveraging her marketing and communication expertise, she accelerated the final stages of planning while adeptly handling her primary responsibilities as a Communications Business Partner.

Her willingness to embrace this challenge at short notice was commendable and demonstrated her ability to integrate into the team seamlessly. Rachel's dedication to the company's core values is evident and greatly appreciated, not only in her contributions to the event but also in her day-to-day work at Sonoco.

Rachel's ability to navigate conflict, ensuring all parties felt heard, was crucial in maintaining team momentum under stress. Her decisiveness in leadership's absence notably enhanced the conference experience. Recognized as an invaluable asset to Sonoco, Rachel's efforts are acknowledged with sincere gratitude, and I have enthusiastic anticipation for future collaborations with her.”

Jerri Small, Category Specialist - Senior