Tessa O'Connell

Tessa O'Connell serves as the Associate Director of Communications for The Nature Conservancy in New York State since January 2023, following tenure as Senior Manager of Communications and Public Outreach at Natural Areas Conservancy from April 2019 to January 2023. O'Connell has extensive experience in communications across various organizations, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and XO Group Inc., with a proven track record in managing social media, developing editorial calendars, and executing public outreach initiatives. An educational background in communication studies and a master's degree in nonprofit management from Northeastern University further complement a robust career dedicated to effective communication and community engagement.