Audra Hartges-Stern Email & Phone Number

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Develop and implement communication strategies and tactics to connect and engage the Community Foundation’s audiences. I work closely with the Development department on donor engagement and stewardship activities, and support the communications needs of the organization's education initiatives. In this role, I also manage media relations and advertising.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

As a member of the corporate communications team, I worked to building and protect the company's reputation with all audiences—including dealers, employees, investors and communities.

As a member of the Research and Media Communications team at Steelcase I crafted stories to share research, insights and products with business leaders, workers, architects and designers.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Produced communications, including direct mail and copy for publications and website, to advance the department and university. Managed University Development website, oversaw website content and design overhaul.Coordinated interviews, created content, and designed website for launch of crowd funding program.

Led executive board in creation and execution of chapter goals. Acted as liaison between organization and external groups, including national organization and local professionals.Initiated first-ever chapter community service project.

Worked with Firm CEO to maintain the student-run firm’s internal and external operations.Responsible for recruiting and hiring of new staff members, client billing, and firm finances.

Created content for printed and web publications. Maintained media relations, including creation and distribution of media releases.Coordinated advertising with multiple publications, including local Hispanic publications.Managed West Michigan Summer Camps program communications and public relations strategy.