Director of The District
Columbia, Missouri Area
- Current
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- Adjunct Faculty at Stephens College
- Director at The District
- Past
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- Campaign Manager at Lt. Governor Joe Maxwell
- Political Director at Missouri Democratic Party
- Campaign Manager at Joseph Vitale for Senate
- Press Secretary at Mayor Susan Bass Levin
- Chief of Staff at Assemblywoman Arline Friscia
- Participant at Participation 2000
- Education
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- California State University-Fullerton
- California State University-Fullerton
- University of Utah
- Connections
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- Industry
- Public Relations and Communications
- Websites
Carrie Gartner’s Summary
When I originally chose communication as a major, I thought it would allow me to explore a wide variety of career paths while still doing the one thing I really loved. Glancing over my resume, I can see that’s certainly been the case. From teaching to politics to downtown development, the one constant has been my work in communications, public relations and marketing.
I’m experienced at developing and implementing long-range plans including marketing programs and campaign plans. I’m accomplished at media relations and promotions, organizing press conferences, writing speeches and talking points, and reporter follow-up. I can organize most types of special events and can also handle all those unforeseen problems without panicking (at least not too much). I have some practical experience in website development (mainly because I rarely have the budget to hire a pro) and I designed two modest websites for my current organization.
Carrie Gartner’s Specialties:
Public Relations, Marketing, Communications
Political Communication and Campaign Management
Downtown Development
Teaching and Training
Carrie Gartner’s Experience
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Adjunct Faculty
Stephens College
(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)
January 2009 — Present (11 months)
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Director
The District
(Public Relations and Communications industry)
March 2000 — Present (9 years 9 months)
The Columbia Special Business District is an organization dedicated to beautification, business recruitment, economic development, historic preservation and other issues. Its sister organization, the Central Columbia Association, is a voluntary merchants' association dedicated to marketing and promotion of shopping, dining and entertainment.
My work runs the gamut from public relations to government relations, from event planning to urban planning. There's never a dull day in my office. -
Campaign Manager
Lt. Governor Joe Maxwell
(Non-Profit; Political Organization industry)
1999 — 2000 (1 year )
Created a statewide campaign organization from the bottom up. Senator Joe Maxwell was successfully elected to the office of Lt. Governor by an 8 point margin.
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Political Director
Missouri Democratic Party
(Non-Profit; Political Organization industry)
1997 — 1999 (2 years )
Responsible for creating a statewide legislative message that would aid legislators in their re-election campaigns. Also conducted campaign training courses across the state for local and statewide candidates.
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Campaign Manager
Joseph Vitale for Senate
(Political Organization industry)
1997 — 1997 (less than a year)
Helped organize a successful caucus bid for the Democratic primary in the 19th Senate District of the New Jersey State Legislature. Highly intensive, highly retail campaign for the nomination in a guaranteed Democratic seat.
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Press Secretary
Mayor Susan Bass Levin
(Government Agency; Political Organization industry)
January 1997 — May 1997 (5 months)
Handled press and communications for a New Jersey mayor contemplating a run for statewide office.
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Chief of Staff
Assemblywoman Arline Friscia
(Government Agency; Political Organization industry)
January 1996 — December 1996 (1 year )
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Participant
Participation 2000
(Public Relations and Communications industry)
1996 — 1996 (less than a year)
Carrie Gartner’s Education
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California State University-Fullerton
BA , Speech Communication
- Activities and Societies:
- National Communication Association (Student President), Speech and Debate Team
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California State University-Fullerton
MA , Speech Communication
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University of Utah
PhD , Communication
Major Areas: Argumentation and Rhetorical Theory
Minor Areas: Research Methods and Communication Education
Dissertation: “Grade Expectations: Face-Negotiation in Teacher/Student Grade Disputes”
Courses taught: Public Speaking, Persuasion, Argument and Debate, Basic Research Methods, Interpersonal Communication, Interviewing, Small Group Communication
Additional Information
Carrie Gartner’s Websites:
Carrie Gartner’s Interests:
Yoga, biking, hiking, gardening and writing.
Carrie Gartner’s Groups:
President, Missouri Downtown Association,
Instructor, Camp Carnahan Campaign Training Seminars,
Participation 2000,
National Novel Writing Month
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Obama for America -
Stephens College -
University of Utah Alumni -
UCSD Alumni -
Young Democrats of America -
Cal State Fullerton Alumni Association -
LinkedUp Mid-Missouri
Carrie Gartner’s Honors:
Downtown Director of the Year - Missouri Downtown Association,
Golden Addy Award for "Discover the District" newspaper campaign design,
Excellence in Redevelopment Award (from the Missouri Department of Economic Development) - Best New Media Promotion in Missouri - District Website,
Excellence in Redevelopment Award for Best Special Event in Missouri - Twilight Festival,
Downtown Planning Strategy of the Year from the Missouri Downtown Association - Helping Urban Beautification (HUB) Plan
Carrie Gartner’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
- career opportunities
- consulting offers
- new ventures
- job inquiries
- expertise requests
- business deals
- reference requests
- getting back in touch
