Emily Abbas

Emily Abbas has extensive work experience in various roles within the banking and communications industry. Emily started their career at MidAmerican Energy as a Corporate Communications Intern. Emily then worked at the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation as an Assistant Director and Communications Manager. Following this, they joined GuideOne Insurance as a Corporate Communications Manager, where they provided communication support and strategic leadership to the marketing team. Emily then joined Aviva USA, where they held several roles including Director/Assistant Vice President of Internal Communications and Director/Assistant Vice President of Marketing Integration. Emily later worked at Strategic America as the Executive Director of Public Relations, leading the agency's public relations department and providing counsel to clients. Emily then moved to Bankers Trust, where they held roles such as SVP, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, and SVP, Chief Consumer Banking and Marketing Officer. Emily also served as the Chief of Staff, supporting the CEO in accomplishing the bank's goals and developing business and community relationships. Additionally, Emily has worked as an Adjunct Professor at Drake University and Simpson College. Emily is currently a Member at Chief.

Emily Abbas has a diverse education history that spans across several institutions and areas of study. Emily began their formal education at Roosevelt High School, where they completed their secondary education from 1989 to 1993. Following high school, Emily attended the University of St. Thomas from 1993 to 1995, where they focused on Communications.

After their time at the University of St. Thomas, Emily transferred to Drake University, where they pursued a degree in Public Relations. Emily attended Drake University from 1995 to 1997 and also took minors in Marketing and Management. Emily furthered their education at the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute, where they completed the Community Leadership Class from 2003 to 2004.

Continuing their education journey, Emily returned to Drake University and pursued a Masters in Communication Leadership (MCL) from 2007 to 2009. This degree focused on enhancing their leadership skills, particularly in the field of communication.

In addition to their formal education, Emily has also obtained certifications to further their professional development. Emily became Net Promoter Score Certified in May 2016, although the institution providing this certification is not specified. Emily also achieved Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) in May 2002 through the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).