Thia Hovorka

Thia Hovorka has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles.

From 2022 to the present, Thia has worked as a Marketing Manager - HPL at Wilsonart.

Prior to that, from 2020 to 2022, they were involved in Provider Communications at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Between 2015 and 2020, Thia held positions at WPS Health Insurance, starting as a Senior Project Communications Specialist, then progressing to Marketing Communications Manager, and finally becoming the Director of Channel Strategy. In these roles, they were responsible for strategic marketing vision, budget management, team leadership, and overseeing the implementation of successful marketing campaigns.

Between 2012 and 2015, Thia worked at Union Bank & Trust Company as Human Resources/Marketing. Thia led the overhaul and transformation of the bank's marketing strategies and programs, including rebranding efforts and the development of digital and social media-based marketing channels.

From 2010 to 2011, Thia worked at Masco Cabinetry, where they were involved in dealer sales support and the implementation of the Dealer Advantage Program.

From 2008 to 2010, they held the role of Innovation & Design Business Manager at Masco Retail Cabinet Group. In this position, they managed a team and was responsible for department budgets, staff development, and project management.

Thia's earlier experiences include roles as a New Product Resource Manager at KraftMaid Cabinetry, Inc from 2005 to 2008, a Customer Service Representative at Bank of Belleville from 2002 to 2004, and as the owner-president of Five Star Enterprises, Inc from 1993 to 2002.

Their career began in 1991 as the co-owner and administrator of Helping Hands Child Care, Inc, where they developed and managed a successful child care and preschool center.

Overall, Thia Hovorka has demonstrated expertise in marketing, communications, leadership, strategic planning, and project management throughout their work experience.

Thia Hovorka attended Hiram College from 2009 to 2011, where they studied Communication and Management. Prior to that, they attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1978 to 1980, where they focused on Education.