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Michelle Pilak has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Michelle started their career as a Public Relations Intern at Indian Summer Festivals, Inc., where they gained experience in writing press releases, coordinating events, and managing sponsorships. Michelle then moved on to Northwestern Mutual, where they served as a Public Relations Intern and later as an Investment Products Communications Consultant. In these roles, they developed marketing and communications strategies, delivered investment publications, and supported business growth initiatives. Michelle then joined BloodCenter of Wisconsin as a Marketing Communications Specialist, responsible for various marketing and communications projects. Michelle later joined Marquette University, where they held positions as Associate Director of Engagement Communication and Development Writing Specialist, managing content, marketing, and editorial calendars, as well as writing fund-raising proposals and managing the editorial process. Currently, Michelle is employed at Bader Rutter as an Associate Creative Director, overseeing the creative team and producing engaging copy for various marketing purposes.

Michelle Pilak attended Pius XI High School from 1990 to 1994, where they earned their Diploma. Michelle then pursued their undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse from 1994 to 1997, majoring in Communications. Michelle later transferred to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication/Public Relations from 1997 to 2000.