Denise Barr

Denise Barr, APR has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Denise most recently served as the Director of Communications and Public Engagement at Huntley Community School District #158 since July 2023. Prior to that, they held the same role at Crystal Lake Elementary District #47 from July 2014 to June 2023.

Earlier in their career, Denise worked at Northwestern Mutual as an Associate Financial Representative, providing administrative, marketing, and sales support. Denise was also a part of the leadership team and handled office management responsibilities from August 2012 to June 2014.

Before that, they worked as a Marketing Coordinator at Parkside Homecare Services, Inc. from December 2011 to May 2012. Denise also served as an Event Director at RedFlash, where they co-led efforts to promote an entrepreneurial event in multiple cities from September to November 2011.

In addition, Denise worked at Third Wing Business Strategies, LLC as a Business Development Associate, implementing strategic marketing initiatives for business-to-business marketing firm from January to August 2011. Denise also gained experience as an Editor/Event Coordinator at InterimCEO/InterimCFO Network from September 2008 to September 2010 and as a Managing Editor at How They Did It: Billion Dollar Insights from the Heart of America during the same period.

Denise has a background in editorial work as well. Denise served as the Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor for "Online Access" magazine from March 1994 to December 1996. Denise also worked as an Editorial Coordinator/Administrative Assistant at Lipman Hearne, a full-service communications agency, from January 1990 to January 1995.

Denise Barr, APR completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising/Public Relations with an emphasis in Marketing from Drake University between 1985 and 1989. Prior to that, they obtained their High School Diploma from Owatonna Senior High School.