Vanessa Wetterling
Prairie Communications
Monmouth,IL
29
years of professional experience
Experienced Public Relations Manager with advertising, communications, and media relations experience. Public relations professional with solid track record in crafting compelling narratives and securing positive media coverage. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving impactful results. Skilled in media outreach and strategic communication, adaptable to shifting priorities.
Work History
Public Relations Manager
26 Years- Crafted external messaging for announcements, community outreach, and crisis response.
- Managed media inquiries and prepared accurate press materials for internal approvals.
- Coordinated interviews, speaking engagements, and promotional activities with station leadership.
- Advised leadership on stakeholder communication, issue management, and reputation risks.
- Strengthened community relationships through proactive outreach and event representation.
- Served as primary liaison between company management and external partners in joint ventures or co-promotions.
Branch Operations Manager
3 Years- Directed branch operations, aligning staffing, fleet readiness, and customer service standards with daily demand.
- Managed team schedules, coaching, and performance feedback to maintain consistent service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Skills
Public relations strategy
Media relations
Crisis management
Stakeholder engagement
Community relations
Internal communications
Event planning
Social media strategy
Media training
Community outreach
Timeline
Public Relations Manager
Prairie Communications
2000.10 - CurrentRead More
Branch Operations Manager
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1997.09 - 2000.09Read More
Monmouth College
Bachelor of Arts from Communications
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