The Arc of Monroe
Christen Smith has a diverse work history, with experience in various marketing and communications roles. Christen is currently working as the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at The Arc of Monroe since July 2022. Prior to this, they held the role of the Director of Marketing and Communications at the same organization from August 2021 to July 2022. Before joining The Arc of Monroe, Christen worked as a Marketing Manager at The Arc of Monroe from September 2020 to August 2021, where they supported brand awareness and engagement efforts.
In addition to their work in marketing and communications, Christen has also worked as a Voiceover Talent/Artist at ChristenSmith.net since May 2021, providing professional voice recordings for various projects. Christen has worked as a freelancer for Edible Finger Lakes Magazine since May 2021 as well.
Prior to their current positions, Christen served as the Director of Marketing and Communications at Finger Lakes Visitors Connection from June 2017 to July 2020. In this role, they oversaw marketing and communications initiatives for the official Ontario County tourism promotion agency. Christen also worked as a Freelance Writer for 585 Publishing from February 2017 to October 2018 and as a Freelance Writer/Reporter for Messenger Post Media from October 2015 to October 2018.
Before transitioning to marketing and communications, Christen worked as the Community Outreach Coordinator at Finger Lakes Health from November 2010 to April 2017. Christen also held positions at Keuka College, serving as the Associate Director of Communications from August 1997 to November 2010 and as an Instructor of Computer Applications from August 2006 to May 2010.
Throughout their career, Christen has demonstrated a strong background in marketing and communications, with expertise in brand awareness, engagement, and content development. Christen has also established herself as a talented voiceover artist and freelance writer.
Christen Smith attended St. John Fisher University from 1993 to 1997 and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication/Journalism. In 2004-2005, they attended Keuka College and obtained a Master of Science degree in Management.
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The Arc of Monroe
The Arc of Monroe has been providing a variety of programs and services for over 1,700 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families in the Rochester community for 60 years. The Arc works to enhance the quality of life and self-esteem of individuals in our programs, providing them with meaningful social development, supported employment, residential community living and enrichment opportunities. The Arc is funded in part by the NYS Office of for People with Developmental Disabilities. The Arc also receives funding from VESID (Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities). The Arc of Monroe has 40 locations in Monroe County that assist individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities that include Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Asperger Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorders among others. A wide array of services are offered through the Arc for individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities such as independent living opportunities in our group homes and residences, volunteer opportunities in the community,unique and creative individualized day services programs, job training is offered through our ArcWorks facility and placement through our Job Path Program. The Arc Foundation of Monroe raises and manages funds to enhance the quality of life for program participants of The Arc of Monroe County. A variety of important enjoyable fundraising efforts provides financial support for programs vital to The Arc’s social, recreational and organizational activities. At The Arc of Monroe, we are proud of our history of helping others, but we are just as proud of our commitment to the future, ensuring that people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families will continue to be offered the highest quality, most innovating programs and services available.