Kristin Patterson

Kristin Patterson has extensive experience in marketing and communications, particularly in the field of organ and tissue donation promotion. Kristin served as the Director of Marketing and Communications at the Donor Network of Arizona, where they led a team of 13 staff members and developed strategic plans to increase organ and tissue donation registration. Prior to this role, they held the position of Marketing and Communications Manager at the same organization, where they led a team of 12 and implemented flexible strategic plans to achieve yearly goals.

Before joining the Donor Network of Arizona, Kristin worked as a Media Specialist, serving as the primary media contact and managing media strategies for signature events and donation stories. Kristin also worked as an Information Specialist at Arizona State University and held internship roles in public relations and editorial assistance.

In addition to their work at the Donor Network of Arizona, Kristin also served as the Chair of Public Education/Public Relations Council at the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations.

Overall, Kristin Patterson has demonstrated expertise in marketing, communications, media relations, and public education, with a focus on promoting organ and tissue donation.

Kristin Patterson obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1992. Kristin then pursued a Master's degree in Mass Communication from Arizona State University, completing it between 2003 and 2007.