Laura McPhail Apr

Laura McPhail, APR has a diverse work experience in the field of marketing and communications. Laura currently holds the position of Director of Marketing and Communications at Huntsville Botanical Garden. Prior to this role, they served as a Communications Specialist for the City of Huntsville, AL. Laura also worked as a Communications Manager at NSPARC, Mississippi State University and as the Director of Public Relations at Huntsville-Madison County Public Library. Laura has experience as an Adjunct Professor at Penn State University and has held various communications roles at Tyler Arboretum, Derek Brad Photography, Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Gifford Photography, and Chester County Library. Their expertise in public relations and marketing has allowed their to excel in these positions throughout their career.

Laura McPhail, APR has a strong education background in communication and public relations. Laura obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with an emphasis in Public Relations from Mississippi State University, where they studied from 1997 to 2002. Additionally, they pursued further education at Immaculata University, earning a Master of Arts degree in Public Relations from 2010 to 2013. During this time, they also completed a Certificate in Irish Studies from the same institution, studying from 2010 to 2012. Laura McPhail further enhanced their professional credentials by obtaining Certification in the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) in November 2018. Prior to their higher education, they completed their secondary education at Bob Jones High School from 1993 to 1997.