Rj Demello

RJ DeMello is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in advancement communications, marketing, and community development. Currently serving as the Director of Advancement Communications at Willamette University since February 2024, RJ previously held positions such as Sr. Manager of Communications & Community Development at Transition Projects and Director of Digital at Citizen Data. At Columbia University, significant achievements included increasing alumni reunion attendance by over 50% and boosting social media engagement metrics. RJ's career spans various roles in media operations and marketing, including a tenure with COPA90, where notable successes involved managing substantial advertising budgets and achieving a 100% success rate in meeting KPIs. A Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Rhode Island complements a background marked by strategic communication expertise and data-driven decision-making.