Timothy Thiessen

Communications Director | MBA | Army Master Sergeant

Role
Director of Communications at AARP
Location
Harrisburg, PA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Timothy Thiessen

Passionate communications professional with over 15 years of military and civilian experience focused in communication and marketing. Proven leader that consistently exceeds goals while striving for success and owning failures. Skilled in leadership, applied communication theories, and strategic planning. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Experience

  1. Director of Communications

    AARP

    Apr 2022 — Present · PA, US

    Lead statewide communications and marketing efforts that elevate AARP Pennsylvania’s advocacy, community engagement, and member value. Guide strategy across media relations, digital content, paid outreach, and volunteer storytelling to support priority issues such as financial security, housing, transportation, caregiving, and fraud prevention. Manage high-impact campaigns, build relationships with partners and news outlets across Pennsylvania, and coordinate with national teams to ensure clear, audience-focused messaging that drives awareness and action.

Education

  • Cochise College

    Associate's degree, Intelligence Operations

    2007 — 2015

  • University of Kentucky

    Bachelor's degree, Human Communication

    2010 — 2016

  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Master of Business Administration - MBA

    2017 — 2020

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