Career Connections

Communications/Marketing, Nonprofit

Kendra is the Workforce Director for The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. 

Education: 

• High School: PORTA High School
• College: University of Illinois at Springfield
  • Degree: BA in Business Administration, Minor in Communications
• Other: Graduate of the U.S. Chamber's Institute for Organizational Management

Previous Experience:

• Graphic Designer & Publisher for Drag Review Magazine at the International Hot Rod Association
• Event Planner Assistant at The Buckle
• Marketing & Events Coordinator and Member Engagement Coordinator at the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce

Kendra has experience in event planning (corporate, community, educational), marketing, communications, social media management, nonprofit work, and project management.

Aligned high school interests: Art - Yearbook, English/Writing, volunteering

Available for:

• a phone call or virtual interview for career exploration 
• job shadowing