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Samara Thoreson is an experienced marketing professional with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as the Marketing and Communications Manager for MercyOne in Central Iowa, Samara leads marketing efforts across all hospital and clinic locations, collaborating with senior leaders to establish key priorities. Previous roles include Account Manager at Trilix, Senior Marketing Manager at iWireless, Assistant Account Director at The Integer Group, and Director of Annual and Special Gifts at the Iowa State University Foundation. Samara also has experience as a Senior Strategic Consultant at Relationship Marketing, Inc., Senior Account Manager at CMF&Z, Account Executive at Kragie Newell, and Marketing Director at Des Moines Playhouse. Holding an MBA in Marketing from Iowa State University and a BA in Advertising and Public Relations from Drake University, Samara possesses a robust skill set in client relationship management, brand strategy, and marketing communications.