Kaniqua Daniel Welch

Kaniqua Welch is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in public relations, media relations, and communications strategy. Currently serving as a Communications Officer at The Kresge Foundation since November 2019, Kaniqua develops integrated communications strategies to enhance national visibility for the foundation and its partners. Previous roles include Vice President at Finn Partners, Director at Weber Shandwick, and Supervisor for Media & Social Media at Detroit Public Schools Community District, among others. Kaniqua has also contributed to academia as an Adjunct Lecturer at Oakland University, teaching various communication courses. Kaniqua holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Oakland University, a Master's Degree in Public Relations from Wayne State University, and is pursuing public leadership education at Harvard University.