Who Am I?
Hi! My name is Saachi Sharma. Originally from the Bay Area, I’m a third-year student at the University of Washington studying Journalism and Public Interest Communications with a minor in Business.
I’m a strategic storyteller and communicator who helps organizations bring clarity, trust, and alignment to complex environments.
My work sits at the intersection of narrative strategy, audience insight, cultural awareness, and organizational communication.
At my core, I’m a problem solver. I look for patterns, tensions, and root causes, not quick fixes. This is what I call Painting the Bigger Picture: zooming out far enough to understand the full landscape, then zooming in with precision to solve the right problem. I believe small signals reveal big truths, and that thoughtful communication can reshape culture, clarify identity, and create meaningful impact.
My approach blends strategic thinking with empathy, research, and a deep understanding of how people interpret stories. Whether I’m crafting a national communications campaign, building a brand voice for a tech startup, designing DEI dialogue frameworks, or writing thought leadership pieces, I’m focused on one thing: moving people — emotionally, socially, and intellectually.
I’ve worked across industries, including technology, startups, journalism, nonprofits, Greek Life, politics, student organizations, thought leadership, and community-centered initiatives. The common thread in all my work is bringing clarity to complexity and helping organizations understand the story they’re authentically telling — and the story they want to tell.
Outside of my work, I’m endlessly curious about culture, identity, human behavior, and the psychology of communication. I believe storytelling is both an art and a strategy that, when used well, can transform organizations, relationships, and communities.
If you’re looking for someone who can connect dots, challenge assumptions, and design communication with intention and purpose, you’re in the right place.
Leadership:
Fullcast
Fullcast is an AI-based RevOps platform. We aim to simplify cross-functional GTM strategy through AI integration and auto-organization.
As a Marketing and PR intern, I work directly with our Marketing team, including our incredible CMO, Dr. Amy O. Cook, to shape messaging for our consumer-facing assets across web, email, events, and automation. After 3 months as an intern, I’ve been promoted to a part-time role writing thought-leadership and analytical blogs about AI’s implications for the workforce through the lens of entry-level candidates.
AI Student Collective:
The AI Student Collective (AISC) works to democratize AI across all disciplines regardless of technical skill level.
As VP of Strategy and Partnerships for the AI Student Collective at UW, I lead:
Partnership outreach initiatives
Sponsorship quota of ~$15k
Overall strategy to refine brand reputation and credibility
Increased visibility on campus and throughout Seattle
Cross-functional collaboration for strategy implementation
Flagship event: "Hack to the Future,” including theme, tracks, logistics, partnerships, attendees, and more
Delta Zeta
I was honored to be chosen as one of 14 Corporate Interns for Delta Zeta’s National HQ. Learning about the behind-the-scenes efforts that go into running an international nonprofit with over 250,000 members has been incredibly humbling and gratifying.
As a Marketing and Communications intern, I’ve had the opportunity to write blog pieces for our monthly publication, the Lamp, PR briefs featured in our newsletter, publish social media content on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn, and assist with event operations for 500+ attendees.
In this role, I’ve learned how to craft content and narratives that resonate with a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures through one common identity.
Certifications and Skills
Hubspot Academy—Inbound
This course teaches the inbound methodology and the flywheel as a core part of any inbound business. View certificate here.
Muck Rack Academy—Fundamentals of Media Relations
This course teaches the fundamentals of public and media relations, including how to elicit more responses from journalists and secure more media placements with Muck Rack. View certificate here.
This course teaches how generative AI reshapes brand visibility, what earns citations in AI-generated answers, and how to leverage key workflows for prompt testing and analysis and GEO insights to improve messaging, media targeting, and measurement. View certification here.
Muck Rack Academy—Fundamentals of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)
This course teaches the fundamentals of managing crisis communications, including how to appear confident on camera, prepare targeted messages, speak in sound bites, handle tough questions, deliver bad news to customers, sell with stories, and speak under pressure to drive change. View certificate here.
Udemy—Public Relations: Media Crisis Communications
This course teaches how to position yourself for success, keep communication lines open during project implementation, and build connections that form the foundation for lasting relationships that lead to repeat business. View certificate here.
LinkedIn Learning—Consulting Foundations: Client Management and Relationships
Generative Engine Optimization
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Journalism
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Public Speaking
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Marketing Strategy
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Brand Strategy
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CRM
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Hubspot
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Canva
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Google Workspace
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Office 360
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Social Media
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Monday.com
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DEI Programming
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RStudio
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Event Planning
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Team Management
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Newsletters and Outreach
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Creative Campaigns
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AI & Prompt Engineering
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Generative Engine Optimization — Journalism — Public Speaking — Marketing Strategy — Brand Strategy — CRM — Hubspot — Canva — Google Workspace — Office 360 — Social Media — Monday.com — DEI Programming — RStudio — Event Planning — Team Management — Newsletters and Outreach — Creative Campaigns — AI & Prompt Engineering —
Contact me
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