Raya Zimmerman

Raya Zimmerman currently serves as the Associate Director of Communications at Optum, where strategic communications for the Optum Rx business are led to enhance employee engagement and support business priorities. Previous experience includes roles as a Media Relations Specialist at Neuger Communications Group, Global Marketing Communications Specialist at 3M, and Marketing Communications Specialist at Minnesota Business Enterprises, showcasing expertise in media relations, digital marketing, and content development. Early career highlights include serving as a Government News Reporter at Winchester Evening Star, Inc., where abundant storytelling was produced about local affairs. Raya holds a Bachelor's degree in Global Studies: International Political Economy from the University of Minnesota and has studied French at Université de Montpellier Paul-Valéry.