Staff Type: Adjunct Faculty

Zach Gayer is Director of Basketball Social Media for the Golden State Warriors, where he leads strategy, storytelling, and execution across the team’s @Warriors social platforms, engaging more than 80 million fans worldwide. His work focuses on building meaningful connections between the organization, its players, and a global audience. Prior to joining the Warriors, Zach held roles with the National […]

Sydney Townsend is a sports and entertainment professional at AMB Sports + Entertainment, where she contributes to marketing and digital strategy across a diverse portfolio that includes the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. She began her career as a marketing copywriter in the consumer-packaged goods industry before transitioning back into sports. Sydney earned her B.A. in […]

Dr. Joe Sallustio is Chief Industry Engagement Officer and Senior Vice President at Ellucian, a global leader in educational technology serving thousands of institutions and millions of students. With nearly 25 years of experience in highereducation, he has led operations across enrollment management, marketing, student services, finance, and institutional strategy. He previously held senior leadership roles at Lindenwood University, Claremont […]

Amy Lynn Smith holds a B.A. in Communications from Wayne State University and an M.A. in Mass Communications with a specialization in Public Interest Communication from the University of Florida. She is a writer and content strategist with more than 30 years of experience helping nonprofits, foundations, and public interest organizations craft clear, persuasive messaging. Her work […]

Dr. Karen Freberg is a public relations scholar, strategist, and consultant with deep expertise in social media, crisis communication, and digital strategy. She earned her B.S. in Public Relations from the University of Florida, her M.A. in Strategic Public Relations from the University of Southern California, and her Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Tennessee. […]

Erin McIntyre is a documentary storyteller, digital producer, and editor with more than a decade of experience in public media and digital content innovation. She holds a Master of Arts in Documentary from The New School, where she developed a deep passion for narrative craft and the power of editing to shape meaning. Her work […]

Haytham Al-Rabeah is a public relations and strategic communication professional with a strong academic foundation in media, technology, and digital strategy. He holds both a B.S. in Public Relations and an M.S. in Global Strategic Communication from Florida International University, where his studies sparked a deep commitment to teaching and social impact. Since 2017, Haytham […]

Brittany Hink is an experienced marketing and business intelligence professional who specializes in transforming complex data into meaningful, actionable stories. With more than a decade of industry experience, she brings a practitioner’s perspective to the classroom that blends analytics, communication strategy, and creative problem-solving. Brittany earned her Master’s degree in Audience Analytics from the University […]

Dr. Myra Roldan is an accomplished educator, technologist, and industry leader whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, communication, and innovation. With an MBA, MEd, and DBA, she brings more than two decades of experience advising universities, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies on emerging technologies and responsible digital transformation. As CEO of […]