Paula Gilbeck

Paula Gilbeck currently serves as the Director for the Universities of Wisconsin, a position held since November 2023. Previously, Paula held various leadership roles at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, including Interim Chief Communications Officer and Interim Director of University Relations from June 2020 to May 2024. Paula's extensive experience in communications includes serving as Vice President at Putnam Roby Williamson Communications and PRW Communications, overseeing client retention, media outreach, crisis communications, and strategic communication plans. Earlier roles include public relations consultant at Alliant Energy, Associate Account Manager at Wood Communications Group, and Assignment Desk Manager at WISC-TV and NBC-15 (WMTV). Paula holds a BA in Broadcast Journalism and History from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.