Michele Taylor joined the Conference in April 2004. She develops strategies to build a strong communications presence in order to advance the Conference's goals and objectives. She leads the communications team and oversees the development and maintenance of the Conference's websites and social media accounts. She facilitates communications between members of the media and Conference staff and speaks on behalf of the Conference to the Catholic faithful and general public. Through management of the Florida Catholic Advocacy Network, she initiates and mobilizes grassroots support for issues and ideas of importance to the Conference and provides opportunities for Catholics in Florida to carry out their responsibility to participate in political life.