Christi Ballard is a seasoned strategic communications professional currently serving as a member of the Chief of Staff Network since January 2022. With a career spanning over two decades, Christi has held multiple roles at VSP Global, including Chief of Staff/Senior Business Advisor and Senior Communications Manager, focusing on enhancing company reputation through effective communication strategies for significant business initiatives and projects. Previous experience includes serving as a Marketing Specialist for The Firehouse and Ten22 Restaurants and a Senior Account Manager at Karen Bakula & Company, as well as Vice President of Radio and Marketing at Michele Clark Promotion. Christi holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Public Relations from California State University, Sacramento, graduated in 1999.