Rachael Lighty

Rachael Lighty is an accomplished communications and public relations professional currently serving as the Policy Communications and Economic Impact PR Lead at Amazon. With extensive experience in media relations, brand marketing, and crisis communications across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Lighty has demonstrated a strong ability in reputation management and thought leadership. Previously, they held the role of Executive Director of External Relations at Laureate International and served as the lead spokesperson for Baltimore Gas & Electric. Lighty is also actively involved in various organizations, including the Baltimore Public Relations Council and the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults Board of Young Adult Advisors. They hold a Master's degree in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University.