New Company
Pinellas Education Foundation
New Position
Senior Director of Communications
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Former Company
Raymond James
Former Position
Associate Communications Manager
The Pinellas Education Foundation is pleased to announce that it has named Kate Smith as Senior Director of Communications. Smith is a dynamic communications leader and brings over 15 years of diverse experience with a background working for mission-driven organizations. In this role, Smith will provide strategic communications and marketing oversight, branding strategy and lead the communications team in raising awareness about the Foundation’s dedication to accelerating academic achievement for all students. Established in 1986, the Pinellas Education Foundation is a dynamic, nationally recognized non-profit organization that leads the way in advancing public education and student achievement. The Foundation is committed to equity—a belief that every student deserves a high-quality education. Its mission is to accelerate educational achievement for all students through the effective mobilization of innovation, relationships, and resources, ensuring that every student will be prepared for life after high school. Foundation programs support academic achievement, whether students choose to attend college, enter the workforce, or obtain technical training, with program directors collaborating closely with Pinellas County Schools and a number of community and corporate partners.