Kerry Crisley
Non-profit marketing and communications professional, author
- Role
- Director of Marketing and Communications at The Advent School
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kerry Crisley
Senior marketing and communications leader with a track record of advancing mission-driven organizations through strategic storytelling, brand leadership, and integrated communications. I bring deep experience shaping compelling narratives that elevate visibility, strengthen reputation, and inspire action across nonprofit, education, and professional association sectors. My work spans media relations, executive messaging, digital strategy, and fundraising communications—consistently driving engagement, influencing public perception, and supporting organizational growth. I am particularly skilled at translating complex ideas into clear, impactful messaging that resonates with diverse audiences. A PRSA Best Media Relations Campaign finalist, I am also the author of two novels, bringing a storyteller’s perspective and creative discipline to every communications challenge.
Experience
Director of Marketing and Communications
Nov 2024 — Present · Boston, MA, US
Member of the Senior Leadership Team tasked with establishing Advent as a top independent, elementary school with a progressive, innovative and rigorous curriculum, and social justice as a core element of its history and mission. Lead editorial, marketing and communications activities for Advent’s pre-K-6th grade day program, its after school enrichment classes, and summer program. Conceptualize and create content (videos, blogs, news releases, thought leadership pieces, and social media posts) for internal and external audiences. Write, design, and produce the school’s Annual Report, weekly newsletters, print and digital ads, and admissions brochures. Manage website. Primary liaison to Board of Trustees Marketing Committee.
Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
1988 — 1992
Boston University
Master of Science (M.S.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
1994 — 1995
Skills
- Public Relations
- Media Relations
- Direct Marketing
- Marketing Communications
- Newsletters
- Social Media
- Editing
- Marketing
- Strategic Communications
- Crisis Communications
- Press Releases
- Web Content
- Web Content Writing
- Fundraising
- Nonprofits
- Blogging
- Strategy
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