Lauri Hennessey

Lauri Hennessey is an experienced communications professional with a diverse background in academia and consulting. Currently serving as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Washington, Seattle University, and the University of Florida, Hennessey teaches courses on Crisis Communications and Strategic Communications. As the founder of Hennessey Communications, expertise includes crisis communications, media relations, and social media strategy. Previous roles include Chief Executive Officer at the League of Education Voters, Head of Marketing Communications at One Love Foundation, and Vice President at Woodland Park Zoo. Hennessey also has a strong presence in public speaking and has contributed as a columnist for Sound Publishing, Inc. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Mass Communications from the University of Florida and studies in Integrated Social Sciences at the University of Washington.