Marisa Guzzardo

Marisa Guzzardo is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in public outreach and strategic relationship management. Currently serving as Communications Manager at AARP since September 2022, Marisa previously held the position of Associate Public Outreach Officer at the San Diego Association of Governments, where responsibilities included managing capital improvement projects and implementing communication plans. Earlier roles include Account Executive at Public Policy Strategy, Inc./Tom Shepard & Associates, Inc., and Assistant Account Executive at Stoorza Communications, focusing on media relations and collateral material development. Marisa began in the field as an intern at Katz and Associates and also has experience in youth ministry coordination and administrative support at UC San Diego. Marisa holds a B.A. in Women's Studies from UC San Diego and a Certificate in Marketing from SDSU World Campus.