Julia Kersey

Julia Kersey currently serves as the National Marketing and Communications Director for the American Heart Association, a position held since October 2008. In this role, Julia oversees the communications department for the Chicago office and is responsible for planning and implementing strategic communications programs focused on health communications, media advocacy, and public relations for fundraising events. Prior to this, Julia was the Director of Communications at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra from August 1999 to September 2008, where responsibilities included maintaining relationships with media outlets and promoting major subscription series. Julia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Northwestern University and graduated from Divine Savior Holy Angels High School.