Timothy Thiessen
Communications Director | MBA | Army Master Sergeant
- Role
- Director of Communications at AARP
- Location
- Harrisburg, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
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
Director of Communications
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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