Shawna B. Washington, Communications and Marketing Manager at the City of Columbia, adds a dynamic and creative influence to the Police Department. She is savvy and results-driven. Shawna supports the police department's efforts to reduce crime by connecting officers and community members so they can form a team approach to the crime fight. To this end, she launched a public safety social media team with officers to showcase the countless times officers go beyond their daily duties to help and serve the community. The social media team also creates an opportunity for productive dialogue between officers and community members that helps build mutual trust. Shawna has passion and enthusiasm for her responsibilities, which include marketing, social media strategies, public relations, website content maintenance, graphic design and coordination of special projects. Shawna brings an editorial mindset to her role, striving for creativity in every task.