Jay Messar

Jay Messar is a seasoned professional in communications and athletic administration, currently serving as the Director of Communications for Special Olympics Wisconsin since December 2021. In this role, Jay promotes program highlights, manages media relations, and oversees community communications. As Executive Director of the Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association since August 2017, Jay leads membership management and event organization. With previous experience as an Assistant Volleyball Coach and Assistant Softball Coach at Greendale Schools, Jay achieved notable team accolades. Additional roles include Director of Athletic Communications at Mount Mary University, Development & Program Assistant at Cream City Foundation, and various positions in visual merchandising and sports information. Jay holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and participated in a summer study abroad program in French Studies at Université Laval.