Colleen Cesaretti

Colleen Cesaretti has extensive experience in digital marketing and social media management. Colleen currently serves as the Digital Marketing Manager at Adler Planetarium, where they oversee the digital content strategy, social media execution, and website maintenance. Colleen is skilled in analyzing data across digital platforms to inform content strategy decisions. Prior to their role at Adler Planetarium, they worked as a Social Media Manager and Digital Marketing Strategist at Tiesta Tea Company, where they managed social planning, content creation, community management, and advertising on various social media platforms. Colleen also maintained relationships with retailers and influencers in the tea and health industries. Additionally, Colleen has experience as a Starbucks Barista at Dillons Grocery Store, Creative Director & Account Executive at The Center for Practical Bioethics, and Account Executive & New Business Specialist at University Daily Kansan. Colleen has also held roles as a Sales Team Leader at The AroundCampus Group and a Social Media Intern at TCBY and Mrs. Fields Lawrence, KS. Colleen began their career as a Waitress/Staff member at Monarch Landing and gained office experience as a Data Entry/Clerical Office Worker at Darwin Realty & Development.

Colleen Cesaretti completed their education at The University of Kansas from 2012 to 2016, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Journalism - Strategic Communications. In addition to their degree, they have also earned several certifications. In May 2016, they obtained the KU Arts & Engagement Certification, KU Global Awareness Program Certification, and KU Service Learning Certification from The University of Kansas. In August 2018, they obtained the "Introduction to Search Engine Optimization" certification from Coursera. Lastly, in July 2019, they completed the "High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation" certification offered by Northwestern University through Coursera.