Nicole Funaro

Nicole Funaro is a seasoned media relations strategist currently working at Public Justice since April 2024. Previously, Nicole served as a communications associate at The Marshall Project from December 2022 to March 2024, where responsibilities included pitching stories to various media outlets and tracking the impact of journalism on lawmakers. Prior experience includes roles as assistant trending editor/reporter at Hearst Connecticut Media Group and associate director of community and public relations at Fairfield University. Nicole began the career journey at Fairfield University, holding various editorial positions and internships that provided a solid foundation in communication and media studies. Nicole holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies, Journalism, and Public Relations from Fairfield University.