Kathy Foss

About Kathy Foss

Experienced higher education professional with a demonstrated history of creating new opportunities and improving processes to strengthen relationships between schools and their constituent groups. Skilled at project management, strategic planning, community and grassroots marketing, content creation and managing earned media.

Experience

1. Director of Strategic Communications

   Linfield University

   Oct 2021 — Present · McMinnville, OR, US

   As director of strategic communications, I currently manage communications and marketing efforts for Linfield University, including institutional branding, targeted marketing campaigns, creating promotional materials, and being involved in other outreach as necessary to enhance the programs and mission of the institution. This involves both managing the day-to-day strategies for the team, as well as collaborating with the AVP/CMO on high-level strategic initiatives. I serve as editor of Linfield Magazine, a twice annual publication sent to approximately alumni, donors, employees and friends. I also supervise and collaborate with a talented group of creative and results-oriented individuals.

Education

• Washington State University

  Ed.M., Higher Education Administration

  2006 — 2009

• Washington State University

  BA, Sport Management

  2001 — 2005