Francesca El Attrash-Ukaejiofo

Francesca El Attrash-Ukaejiofo has a diverse work experience that spans various roles and industries. Francesca is currently the Director of Marketing Communications at Iron Bow Technologies, where they develop and executes the overall marketing communication strategy and leads a team of PR professionals and designers. Prior to this, Francesca worked as the Director of Content Marketing at eCivis, where they developed and executed content marketing campaigns for two business units. Francesca also served as the Content Marketing Manager, overseeing content strategy and managing the editorial calendar.

Before their role at eCivis, Francesca worked at Merritt Group as a Government Writer, creating marketing content targeting government decision-makers. Francesca also coached clients on translating industry solutions into content for government audiences. Francesca's previous experience includes roles at GovLoop, where they served as a Senior Staff Writer, managing the Featured Contributor series and overseeing the GovLoop fellowship program. Francesca also worked as a Staff Writer, managing the GovLoop Featured Blogger Program and conducting research on government trends and issues.

Francesca began their career as an Editorial Fellow at GovLoop, where they researched and reported on government trends and issues and co-wrote resource guides. Francesca also gained experience as a Research Assistant at the Congressional Management Foundation, conducting research and compiling reports on advocacy strategies and Congressional management.

Francesca's early work experiences include roles as a Bookstore Sales Assistant at Bloomsbury Books, where they assisted with inventory, sales, and customer service, and as an Intern at the U.S. Department of State, where they assisted in the coordination of Ambassadorial Seminars. Francesca also held the position of Awareness Director of University Program Board at Chapman University, where they planned and executed cultural and sustainability programs.

Francesca's passion for public service and government is evident throughout their career, and they have gained valuable experience in marketing communications, content creation, research, and program management.

Francesca El Attrash-Ukaejiofo pursued their education in a chronological order. Starting from 2005 to 2009, they attended St. Mary's High School and earned their High School degree. Subsequently, they enrolled in Chapman University from 2009 to 2013, where they obtained their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. During their time at Chapman University, they pursued a double major in Political Science and Peace Studies and also completed a minor in Women's Studies.

In 2011, Francesca briefly attended Peking University, where they focused on studying Mandarin, Chinese Political Reformation, Sino-American Relations, and Women's Studies. However, no degree was mentioned for this period.

Later on, from 2014 to 2016, they attended American University and completed their Master of Public Policy degree, specializing in International Development.

In addition to their formal education, Francesca obtained several certifications. In January 2020, they received SEO Copywriting certification from Yoast.com. In November 2019, they attended The Copywriter's Workshop and earned a Certificate of Attendance from SkillPath. Prior to that, in September 2019, they completed a course on Learning to Write Marketing Copy through LinkedIn.