College alumni and friends donate their time to share their professional talents and experiences with our students through classroom visits, panel discussions, special events and video conferencing. Topics cover general information ranging from Entrepreneurship, Early Career Development and Strategic Thinking to specific career subjects such as the Future of Library Services, Marketing Communication and Advertising.

Interested in joining the Speaker’s Bureau? Contact Mafé Brooks mafe.brooks@cci.fsu.edu.

Interested in having a member of the Speakers Bureau members speak to your students? Contact Betsy Crawford (850) 645-9661 or betsy.crawford@cci.fsu.edu.

Gary Adler

Vice President of Design/Brand Creative, Game Show Network

Education

BS Visual Communication '85

Speaking Topics

Working in Entertainment
Brand Building
Career Development

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Raquel Alderman

Director, Marketing & Communications, Ottumwa Regional Health Center

Education

BS Digital Media Production ‘85

Speaking Topics

Strategic Marketing
Online & Digital Marketing
Advertising & Branding
Telehealth - The Future of Virtual Urgent Care

Interaction Preference

On Campus or Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Stefani Alexander

Vice President, Corporate Health, Edelman

Education

BA International Affairs, Political Science ’10; JD Intellectual Property Law, International Law ‘14

Speaking Topics

Landing Your First Internship/job in PR
Navigating the PR Industry as a Black/POC Professional
The Importance of Networking
Working in PR in DC/Getting a Job Out of State
Working at a Large vs. Small PR Agency
Corporate Reputation
Resume Building/Tips
The Importance of Local Media
The Importance of Digital in Communications Strategy
Community Engagement + Grassroots Campaigns
Stakeholder Engagement

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Gregg H. Anderson

Principal, GAnderson Global

Education

BS Communication ‘77

Speaking Topics

International Marketing & Business
Public Speaking
Negotiation

Interaction Preference

On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Melissa Angel

Communications Manager, Vaayu

Education

BA Creative Writing ‘12; MS Media & Communication Studies ‘16

Speaking Topics

Climate Change & Environmental Communication, International Organizations Communication, Stake Holder Engagement

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Dave Belcher

Account Technology Strategist, Microsoft

Education

BS Information Technology ’07

Speaking Topics

Topics

Interaction Preference

Preference

Linkedin Profile

Shannon Biggs

Owner, Biggstown Productions

Education

BS Digital Media Production ‘04

Speaking Topics

Women in the Production Industry
The Factors that Go into Getting a Reality Show on TV
Advice on Hustling/Getting a Job Out of College
How a Production Works in the Real World
The Difference and Expectations Between Scripted and Unscripted
The Ever Changing Environment of the Production Industry

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Brionna Boileau-Theresias

Digital Consumer Experience Manager, The Coca Cola Company

Education

BA Public Relations ‘16

Speaking Topics

Landing Your First Internship
Integrated Marketing
Public Relations/Advertising – Consumer Brands
Influencer Marketing

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Kayli Bomar

Account Manager, Adswerve

Education

BS Public Relations ’18
MS Integrated Marketing Communication ‘19

Speaking Topics

Resume Building
Landing an Internship
Transition to Post-Grad
Getting your First Job
Life in Tallahassee Post-Grad

Interaction Preference

On Campus or Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Larry Dennis

Dean Emeritus, FSU College of Communication & Information

Education

BS Physics '74
PhD Nuclear Physics '79

Speaking Topics

Information Systems and Services, Information Architecture and Project Management

Interaction Preference

On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Qaree Dreher

Product Marketing, Consumer, DoorDash

Education

BA Public Relations ‘16
MA Integrated Marketing Communication ‘18

Speaking Topics

Retail Industry Marketing Trends
Digital Marketing
Navigating the application cycle (undergraduate/graduate)

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Herneshia Dukes

Founder and CEO, I.D.E.A. Education Consulting

Education

BS Communication Studies '08

Speaking Topics

Leading with Joy and Inclusion
Developing Communication & Leadership Skills in Youth
Communications in K-12 Education
Building Diverse, Inclusive, High-Performing Teams
Entrepreneurial Consulting
Job Offers and Compensation Negotiations (POC)
Personal Brand & Legacy as POC
From Overachiever to Vision-Achiever

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Matt Ferguson

Chief Innovation Officer , Storyland Studios

Education

BS Advertising ‘91

Speaking Topics

Marketing
Integrated Marketing Communications
Digital Marketing
Advertising
PR
Public Speaking

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Jennifer Garner

Head of Culture & Capabilities, Kraft Heinz

Education

BS Public Relations ‘05
MBA ‘16

Speaking Topics

Brand Management, The CPG Food Industry, Marketing Capabilities, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, Women in Leadership, Becoming a Lifelong Learner, The Future of Work, Navigating Early Career Decisions, Making Career Transitions, Recruitment and Interview Tips

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Mike Haggard

Partner, The Haggard Law Firm

Education

BS Communication ‘92

Speaking Topics

Topics

Interaction Preference

Preference

Profile

TaRhonda Harvey

Personal Branding Coach & Strategist / Web Developer,

Education

BS Information Studies ‘02

Speaking Topics

Personal Branding
Online & Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Goal Setting
Marketing Your Brand

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Zach Heng

Founder/Owner, The Heng Group

Education

BS Information Technology ‘07

Speaking Topics

Leadership
Social Media Marketing
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Mentorship & Networking
Consulting & Professional Services

Interaction Preference

On Campus or Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Kate Herron

Career Coach, Guild Education

Education

BA Sociology ‘09
Master in Social Work ‘15

Speaking Topics

Resume & Cover Letters, Acing the Interview, Personal Brand, Negotiating Job Offers, Gap Years & Graduate School

Interaction Preference

On Campus or electronic

Linkedin Profile

Russ Hill, Jr.

Information Technology Program Manager, PropLogix

Education

BS Information, Communication & Technology ‘15

Speaking Topics

Navigating Early Career
Public Speaking
Unlocking Motivation
Digital Technology and the Business of the Now
How Do I Get a Job
Resumes, Recruitment and Interview Tips
Software Development & Project Management
Diversity and Inclusion
Leadership
Community service
Mentorship
Branding & Social Media

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Sol Hirsch

Retired, Director, Alachua County Library District

Education

MS Library & Information Studies ‘76

Speaking Topics

Adapting Library Services to Support Communities
Future of Library Services
Library Planning and Design

Interaction Preference

On campus

Davis Houck

Professor, FSU School of Communication

Education

BA Communication '89
MA Rhetoric and Communication '92
PhD Speech Communication '95

Speaking Topics

Public Speaking
Debate
Leadership
Motivational Speaking
Philanthropy

Interaction Preference

On campus

Linkedin Profile

Marketing Consultant, Freelance

Education

BS Communication/Advertising ‘13

Speaking Topics

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Gerard Massey

Senior Manager – Technology Operations, Bezos Academy

Education

BS Information Communication Technology ‘13

Speaking Topics

Technology Leadership
Career Development
Systems and Cloud Engineering
Mentorship & Networking
Consulting & Professional Services
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Job Process: Resumes, Interviews, and Continuous Improvement

Interaction Preference

Electronic and On-Campus

Linkedin Profile

Margaret Massey

Chief Information Officer, Spring Hill College

Education

MS Library & Information Studies ‘14

Speaking Topics

Leadership Skills
Management for Women

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Profile

Rebecca Matthews

Vice President, Automated Health Systems

Education

BS Communication ‘00

Speaking Topics

Navigating college, internships, work - while carving a professional path for yourself
Managing your time effectively during college, internships and early career
Serving in State Government, Association, or Corporate Sector - unlimited ways to utilize and thrive with your degree/field of study
Non-profit leadership
Corporate leadership
Legislative/Policy

Interaction Preference

On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Gregg McBride

Writer/Producer, Bridesmade

Education

BS General Communication ‘86

Speaking Topics

Producing (TV & Film)
Screenwriting (TV & Film)
Pitching (TV & Film)
Working in the Entertainment Business
Breaking into Hollywood
Motivational & Goal Setting

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Ryan McCormick

Co-Founder and Media Relations Specialist, Goldman McCormick PR

Education

BS Media Production '00

Speaking Topics

Crisis Communications
Finding A Mentor
Brand Building
Career Development

Interaction Preference

Electronic or On Campus

Linkedin Profile

Cindy McGovern

CEO, Orange Leaf Consulting

Education

BS General Communication ‘98
MS Speech Communication ‘99
PhD Communication Theory ‘02

Speaking Topics

Sales/Sales Management
Sales as a Life Skill
Sales as a career Development tool
Personal Branding
Networking
Women in Leadership/Leadership
Public Speaking

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Nicole Méndez Dial

School Relations & Outreach, Walt Disney Animation Studios

Education

BA Digital Media Production

Speaking Topics

Breaking In & Early Career Development, Career Transitions, Animation Career Pathways, Communication (including interviewing and public speaking), Resumes, portfolios and demo reels

Interaction Preference

Electronic / On Campus

Linkedin Profile

William Mills III

Chief Executive Officer, William Mills Agency

Education

BA Communication, minor Marketing ‘83

Speaking Topics

Business Management for PR & Marketing Professionals
The Importance of Specialization in PR
PR Best Practices for the Tech Industry

Interaction Preference

Electronic / On campus

Linkedin Profile

Ahli Moore

Founder & CEO, X-Factor Solutions, LLC

Education

BS Communication ‘93
MS Communication ‘95

Speaking Topics

Leadership
Consulting

Interaction Preference

On campus

Linkedin Profile

Alexa Nikiforou

Account Director, Media , Lippe Taylor

Education

BS Media/Communication Studies '13

Speaking Topics

Landing Your First Internship/job in PR
Navigating the PR Industry as a Latina Professional
The Importance of Networking
Mentorship & Networking
Importance of Media Relations
Working at a Large vs. Small PR Agency
Resume Building
Interview Tips

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Marina Nye

Assistant Director of Admissions and Recruitment, Hillsborough Community College

Education

BS Information Communication Technology ’17
MS Information Technology ’21

Speaking Topics

Higher Education/Careers in Higher Education
Strategic Communications
Communication Campaign Management
Communication and Education
Internships
Preparing for Graduation and Job Searching

Interaction Preference

Electronic

Linkedin Profile

Charles E. “Charlie” Parker

Executive Director, Tampa Bay Library Consortium, Retired

Education

BA Arts & Sciences ‘73
MS Library & Information Studies ‘77

Speaking Topics

Library Advocacy
Multi-type Library Cooperatives

Interaction Preference

On campus preferred, also available electronically

Linkedin Profile

Eduardo Pérez

Managing Partner, Lauburu Ventures

Education

BS Political Science & International Affairs ‘89

Speaking Topics

Marketing
Advertising
Entrepreneurship

Interaction Preference

On campus preferred, also available electronically

Linkedin Profile

Senior Lecturer and Director of First Year Experience Programs, FSU College of Business

Education

BS Psychology '85
MS Educational Leadership '89
ABD Speech Communication

Speaking Topics

Communication for Daily Life
Public Speaking
Communication & Crisis
Communication & Education

Interaction Preference

On Campus

Linkedin Profile