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MY NAME IS ÜMA

(the umlaut is silent)

communication strategy + writing

I’m a senior communications leader and writer with experienced at translating complex, values-driven work into clear, human language. I help organizations strengthen their voice, align messaging across teams, and communicate impact with integrity—especially during periods of change and moments of complexity.

Get in touch to request case studies, reports, or a résumé or to book a time to chat via Zoom. Connect with me on LinkedIn.

Colleagues and clients describe my work as impactful, strategic, and deeply collaborative.

I originally hired Uma to keep my feet to the fire as my small business scales. I quickly realized what a strong collaborator she is, and she's now regularly ghostwriting, an accountability partner, and elevating all Radius communications. I am so grateful I hired her to navigate how Radius shows up during COVID and as a values-driven company committed to antiracism.

LORI EBERLY

Radius Executive Coaching & Development

Uma is smart, strategic, and has a passionate dedication to excellence. Her desire to create real results for her clients ensures effective engagements. She is a master storyteller, fearless networker, and strong communicator with the ability to engage a wide variety of audiences with honesty and authenticity.

CIARA PRESSLER

Pregame

The projects I worked with Üma have been some of the smoothest projects, the best launches, and happiest clients in my years as an agency owner. Üma is very communicative and responsive, but beyond that, Üma understands the power of storytelling. She infuses her work with a depth of feeling that clients love.

KRONDA ADAIR

KARVEL DIGITAL

Communications Strategy

Leading narrative, messaging, and content strategy that supports organizational goals, fundraising, and public engagement.

Brand & Voice Alignment

Ensuring consistency and clarity across internal and external communications—web, social, campaigns, and partner-facing materials.

Storytelling & Content

Developing human-centered stories that communicate impact with dignity, especially around disability, access, and equity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partnering closely with leadership, development, programs, and external vendors to move work forward without silos.

Change & Transition Communications

Supporting organizations through leadership changes, growth, or restructuring with thoughtful, stabilizing communication.

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INDIVIDUALIZATION

BELIEF

STRATEGIC

CONNECTEDNESS

”I believe a better way is not only possible, it is inevitable. Let’s co-create the world we want to live in, together.”

Üma Kleppinger

Marketing and communications strategist.
Designer, writer and producer.
Small business change agent.
Basically, a business chimera with superpowers.

LET’S CONNECT

TEL: 503-278-5969