Chelsea Rarrick

Chelsea Rarrick is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in external communications and public affairs. Currently serving as the Director of External Communications at Markel, Chelsea is responsible for developing and implementing a global media relations strategy for the company's insurance divisions. Previously, Chelsea held various roles at the Richmond Police Department, including Associate Director of External Communications and Acting Director of Public Affairs, where notable achievements included increasing social media followers by 183% and securing high-profile media coverage. Chelsea's earlier career includes significant reporting roles at WTVR-TV and WUTR-TV/FOX33, where investigative reporting skills were honed, earning recognition such as a Regional Emmy award. Chelsea holds a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Arizona.