Victoria Cessna
Executive Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Diocese of Kalamazoo- Claim this Profile
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Beth Nyland
I am so glad my career intersected with Vicki's. Our interests and experiences landed us at about the same time in the same corporate communications department, several years ago. We were members of a large team of the most extraordinary colleagues (a group I'll always refer to "the dream team"). From the beginning, I observed in Vicki two qualities that I still appreciate today. First is her thoughtful creativity. Vicki seems to be forever thinking of new ways to approach a message or communication challenge. She manages to stay grounded in reality while experimenting boldly. Second is Vicki's sense of humor. Her dry wit and easy smile shine best under pressure. Her spirit of fun is good for her personally, I'm sure; but it's even more refreshing for colleagues (like me) who benefit from her
Mike Salisbury
Vicky was my first boss out of college in 2006. She was always kind and patient while she helped me mature as a professional. Her knowledge and experience made for a great learning atmosphere. Vicky is a great communicator and someone I enjoyed working with immensely. I highly recommend her.
Beth Nyland
I am so glad my career intersected with Vicki's. Our interests and experiences landed us at about the same time in the same corporate communications department, several years ago. We were members of a large team of the most extraordinary colleagues (a group I'll always refer to "the dream team"). From the beginning, I observed in Vicki two qualities that I still appreciate today. First is her thoughtful creativity. Vicki seems to be forever thinking of new ways to approach a message or communication challenge. She manages to stay grounded in reality while experimenting boldly. Second is Vicki's sense of humor. Her dry wit and easy smile shine best under pressure. Her spirit of fun is good for her personally, I'm sure; but it's even more refreshing for colleagues (like me) who benefit from her
Mike Salisbury
Vicky was my first boss out of college in 2006. She was always kind and patient while she helped me mature as a professional. Her knowledge and experience made for a great learning atmosphere. Vicky is a great communicator and someone I enjoyed working with immensely. I highly recommend her.
Beth Nyland
I am so glad my career intersected with Vicki's. Our interests and experiences landed us at about the same time in the same corporate communications department, several years ago. We were members of a large team of the most extraordinary colleagues (a group I'll always refer to "the dream team"). From the beginning, I observed in Vicki two qualities that I still appreciate today. First is her thoughtful creativity. Vicki seems to be forever thinking of new ways to approach a message or communication challenge. She manages to stay grounded in reality while experimenting boldly. Second is Vicki's sense of humor. Her dry wit and easy smile shine best under pressure. Her spirit of fun is good for her personally, I'm sure; but it's even more refreshing for colleagues (like me) who benefit from her
Mike Salisbury
Vicky was my first boss out of college in 2006. She was always kind and patient while she helped me mature as a professional. Her knowledge and experience made for a great learning atmosphere. Vicky is a great communicator and someone I enjoyed working with immensely. I highly recommend her.
Beth Nyland
I am so glad my career intersected with Vicki's. Our interests and experiences landed us at about the same time in the same corporate communications department, several years ago. We were members of a large team of the most extraordinary colleagues (a group I'll always refer to "the dream team"). From the beginning, I observed in Vicki two qualities that I still appreciate today. First is her thoughtful creativity. Vicki seems to be forever thinking of new ways to approach a message or communication challenge. She manages to stay grounded in reality while experimenting boldly. Second is Vicki's sense of humor. Her dry wit and easy smile shine best under pressure. Her spirit of fun is good for her personally, I'm sure; but it's even more refreshing for colleagues (like me) who benefit from her
Mike Salisbury
Vicky was my first boss out of college in 2006. She was always kind and patient while she helped me mature as a professional. Her knowledge and experience made for a great learning atmosphere. Vicky is a great communicator and someone I enjoyed working with immensely. I highly recommend her.
Experience
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Diocese of Kalamazoo
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director of Communications and Public Affairs
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Oct 2007 - Present
Lead and execute all internal and external communications for the Diocese and the Bishop. Manage a two-person communication team. Lead and execute all internal and external communications for the Diocese and the Bishop. Manage a two-person communication team.
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Zondervan Publishers
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Director, Corporate Communications and Public Relations
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Dec 2003 - Apr 2007
Lead a five-member team that creates and implements integrated public relations plans to drive sales and increase awareness of Zondervan authors and products. Work closely with senior executives to provide continual communications counsel. Lead a five-member team that creates and implements integrated public relations plans to drive sales and increase awareness of Zondervan authors and products. Work closely with senior executives to provide continual communications counsel.
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Kellogg Company
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Brand Manager
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Apr 2001 - Feb 2003
Executed all marketing programs and managed multi-million dollar marketing budget for Kellogg’s Morningstar Farms frozen vegetable burger and entree business.
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Senior Manager Marketing Communications
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Jul 2000 - Apr 2001
Created, managed and executed marketing communications plans for company brand products working closely with brand management teams and led agency team in strategy and development with emphasis on Kellogg’s Waffles and Rice Krispies Treats.
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Sears Stores
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Communications Manager
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1996 - 1999
Communications strategist member of Corporate Communications Department provided consultation to key business leaders in the retail stores, automotive and marketing divisions. Communications strategist member of Corporate Communications Department provided consultation to key business leaders in the retail stores, automotive and marketing divisions.
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Education
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2015 - 2015
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business
Nonprofit Executive Leadership Program -
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts, English
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