Patty Kieburtz

Patty Kieburtz is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as Communications Manager at the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region since October 2023. Previously, Patty held the position of Assistant Communications Director at the Port of Whitman County for a brief period and gained experience as a Communications Intern at Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture. As President of the Association for Women in Communications at Washington State University, Patty supported the executive board and facilitated meetings aimed at professional development. Patty also served as a Washington State University Ambassador, providing campus tours to prospective students and their families. Additional experience includes a Marketing/Communication Intern role at Second Harvest Inland Northwest and Communication Coordinator at the College of Education at Washington State University, enhancing social media engagement and supporting marketing initiatives. Patty holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, along with minors in Business Administration and Psychology, from Washington State University.