Angela Hersil

Vice President Corporate Communications, Sustainability, And Public Affairs at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Angela Hersil, MBA, APR has an extensive work experience spanning over two decades. Angela is currently serving as the Vice President of Corporate Communications, Sustainability, and Community Affairs at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions since February 2023. In this role, they lead the Communications and Community Affairs teams, overseeing corporate reputation, internal and external communications, media relations, and social and digital media. Additionally, they strategize and counsels executive management on comprehensive communication strategies that enhance corporate branding, employer branding, and associate engagement. Angela also leads the organization's sustainability strategy and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) communications.

Prior to their current position, Angela worked at SC Johnson as the Director of Global Public Affairs from April 2015 to November 2015. Angela was responsible for creating and managing the strategy and content of all global external communications programs, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, employer branding, and philanthropy. Angela also played a crucial role in managing corporate media relations to protect and promote SC Johnson's reputation.

From 2007 to 2012, Angela was associated with Whirlpool Corporation, where they held various leadership positions. As the Director of Investor Relations and Financial Communications, they acted as the main point of contact for investors and oversaw all financial communications. Angela also developed a financial media strategy and built relationships with reporters to influence tier-one media outlets. Angela was also responsible for developing Whirlpool Corporation's corporate brand, leading cross-functional teams for award-winning annual reports, and devising strategic communications plans for crisis management and M&A activities.

Before joining Whirlpool Corporation, Angela worked at Omnicare, a CVS Health company, as the Manager of Corporate Communications from 2001 to 2007. In this role, they managed internal and external communications, press releases, speeches, annual reports, and marketing materials. Angela also oversaw event planning logistics for the company's annual management conference and maintained positive relationships with key individuals within the organization.

Angela began their career at Snap-on Incorporated, where they held roles in public relations from 1996 to 2001. As the Supervisor and Specialist of Public Relations, they developed communication strategies, managed logistics for shareholder meetings, and handled various internal and external communications initiatives. Angela also played a significant role in the production of the company's annual report and managed the United Way Campaign effectively.

Overall, Angela Hersil, MBA, APR brings a wealth of experience in corporate communications, sustainability, community affairs, reputation management, and financial communications to their current role. Angela'sexpertise and strategic approach have been valuable in strengthening corporate branding, enhancing reputations, and promoting stakeholder engagement in the companies they have worked for.

Angela Hersil holds a MBA in Business Administration from Marquette University and a BA in Public Relations, also from Marquette University. Angela has additional certifications in ESG: Navigating the Board's Role from Berkeley Law Executive Education and is Accredited in Public Relations (APR) by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

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