Contessa Kellogg-Winters

Contessa Kellogg-Winters has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various roles in communications and public relations. Contessa currently holds the position of Senior Vice President, Client Experience at Weber Shandwick, starting in September 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Vice President at Clyde Group from November 2020 to September 2022.

Contessa's earlier experiences include serving as the Communications Director at the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) from December 2015 to May 2020. During their time at ASC, they led the communication team and was responsible for developing and implementing the organization's global communication strategy.

In 2014, Contessa founded CLK Communications, a strategic communications agency where they served as the Director until November 2015. Before that, they worked as a Director at High Lantern Group, a consulting firm specializing in strategic positioning, from April 2012 to May 2014.

Their freelance work as a consultant from June 2009 to April 2012 focused on providing media expertise for agencies and included co-designing the Women's Sports Foundation launch of "V is for Victory. So is IX."

Prior to their freelance work, Contessa held the role of Communications Director at the California Women's Law Center from July 2006 to January 2009, where they made significant contributions to strategic communications decisions and collaborated with the executive director and staff.

Earlier in their career, they worked as a Communications/Speech Writer at the Los Angeles City Attorney's office, handling keynote speeches, press conferences, and media availabilities. Contessa also served as the Communications Director/Floor Assistant for Congressman Max Sandlin and Congresswoman Maxine Waters, where they coordinated leadership and legislative activity and assisted with critical political and legislative issues.

Overall, Contessa Kellogg-Winters brings extensive experience in strategic communications, messaging, public affairs, and project management, gained through their diverse roles in both the private sector and government.

Contessa Kellogg-Winters completed their undergraduate education from 1994 to 1998 at Creighton University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology/Political Science. In 1998, they pursued further studies at American College Dublin, focusing on Irish Studies during their study abroad program. There is no end year provided for their time at American College Dublin. Additionally, Contessa Kellogg-Winters participated in Broadcast Media Training at UCLA, although no specific start or end years are provided for this experience.