Marisa Kollias is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in strategic communications and public relations. Currently serving as the Vice President of Strategic Communications at Morreale Communications, Marisa previously held notable positions as Chief Operating Officer at C-Strategies Inc. and Director of Communications for the Illinois Department of Human Services, where responsibilities included media strategy and grassroots communication for vulnerable populations. With a strong background in crisis and risk management as Vice President at Edelman, Marisa has also consulted for high-profile political campaigns and provided senior advisory services at Tribune Publishing Company. Education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Columbia College Chicago.