Marketing & Strategic Communications (MSC)
The Marketing and Strategic Communications unit is the full-service, in-house marketing and communications agency of the Wisconsin School of Business. MSC offers expertise in communication strategy, marketing, brand identity, marketing research, editorial content, web development, user experience, digital accessibility, public relations, social media, design, and photography.
MSC has been recognized by the American Advertising Federation with eleven ADDY awards.
Getting Started
To get started on a marketing project, please contact your dedicated marketing manager listed below.
Services We Provide
Strategy and Consultancy
Development of marketing plans and communication strategies to help achieve business goals.
Paid Media
Media planning and media buying of advertising for awareness and conversion across media, including print, social, search, digital, and out of home.
Writing and Editing
Copywriting for marketing tactics, including ads, brochures, email marketing, in addition to copyediting and proofing projects.
Content Marketing
Editorial writing and journalistic-style, storytelling feature writing/editing and proofreading of editorial content to engage key audiences.
Graphic Design
Brand-centered professional design/layout capabilities for marketing collateral and brochures, School beautification, event marketing, newsletters, alumni magazine, advertising, and logos/brand identity.
Photography
Approved WSB event coverage to build School’s photo library and use for design, social media, and PR efforts.
PR and News
Reaching out to the news media to share the School’s stories on faculty research, programs, educational innovations, and economic development.
Social Media
Connecting with key stakeholders and the public to develop School/brand awareness, build community, and enhance reputation.
Videography
Production or oversight of the production of video content to promote WSB programs, student and alumni success stories, and faculty excellence.
Web Development and User Experience
Strategy, design, development, and management of external-facing web platforms and services, creating a coordinated, consistent, and impactful online presence.
Submit a Web Team – Service Request for assistance.
Brand and Insights
Expertise in brand management, marketing research, and design research. Providing consumer insights to support strategic projects of faculty and staff.
Internal Communications
Development and implementation of communication plans for internal engagement and alignment.
Meet the Team
Contact Your Marketing Manager
To get started on a marketing project, please contact your dedicated marketing manager.
| Department / Program | Marketing Manager |
| Accounting Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| Arthur Anderson Center for Financial Reporting & Control | Kristin Drunasky |
| Dean’s Office | Caitlin Vanover |
| Education Innovation | Caitlin Vanover |
| Executive MBA | Kristin Drunasky |
| Finance Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| Full-Time MBA | Caitlin Vanover |
| Full-Time MBA Specializations/Centers | Caitlin Vanover |
| Industry Relations | Caitlin Vanover |
| Information Technology Services | Caitlin Vanover |
| Marketing Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| OIM Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| PhD | Caitlin Vanover |
| Pre-College Programs | Kristin Drunasky |
| Professional MBA | Kristin Drunasky |
| Puelicher Center for Banking Education | Kristin Drunasky |
| Real Estate Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| Risk and Insurance Department | Kristin Drunasky |
| Robert Beyer Center for Managerial Accounting and Control | Kristin Drunasky |
| Specialized Master’s – Accounting and Business Analysis/Accounting | Caitlin Vanover |
| Specialized Master’s – Arts and Creative Enterprise Leadership | Caitlin Vanover |
| Specialized Master’s – Business Analytics | Caitlin Vanover |
| Specialized Master’s – Data, Insights, and Analytics | Caitlin Vanover |
| Specialized Master’s – Real Estate | Caitlin Vanover |
| Specialized Master’s – Supply Chain Management | Caitlin Vanover |
| Undergraduate Program | Kristin Drunasky |
| Weinert Center for Entrepreneurship | Kristin Drunasky |
Awards and Honors
ADDY Awards
The ADDY Awards, conducted annually by the American Advertising Federation, are the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition with the mission of recognizing and rewarding creative excellence in the art of advertising. The three-tier competition recognizes winners at the local, district, and national levels.
2023
Gold ADDY
Trusted to Lead Campaign
Category: Film, Video & Sound: Branded Content & Entertainment
Gold ADDY
Trusted to Lead Campaign
Category: Social Media – Social Campaigns
Gold ADDY
Trusted to Lead Campaign
Category: Cross Platform – Integrated Branded Content Campaign
Silver ADDY
Trusted to Lead Campaign
Category: Online/Interactive: Websites – Microsites
2018
Silver ADDY
WSB Corporate Relations Publication
Category: Sales Promotion – Product or Service Sales
Silver ADDY
WSB Update Magazine Cover and Feature
Category: Publication Design – Cover/Editorial Spread or Feature
District 8 Regional Awards (2017)
Silver ADDY
WSB Milwaukee Airport Takeover
Category: Out-Of-Home Site Single Interior
Gold ADDY
“Go Farther” Wisconsin MBA Landing Page
Category: Online/Interactive
Silver ADDY
Wisconsin Evening and Executive MBA Transit Shelter
Category: Out-Of-Home Mass Transit/Airlines
Single Exterior
Silver ADDY
Wisconsin School of Business Legacy Hall
Category: Public Service Ambient Media
2016
Gold ADDY
Category: Collateral Material – Publication Design – Magazine Design
Silver ADDY
Wisconsin Full-Time MBA Viewbook
Category: Sales Promotion – Product or Service Sales Promotion – Sales Kit or Product Information Sheets
Silver ADDY
Wisconsin Evening and Executive MBA Transit Shelter
Category: Advertising Industry Self-Promotion Out-of-Home
Silver ADDY
What is Confidence?: Faculty Research from the Wisconsin School of Business
Category: Branded Content & Entertainment for Online Film, Video & Sound – Single entry – more than :60 seconds
Telly Awards
The Telly Awards, the world’s largest honor for video and television across all screens, has announced its 44th annual winners after a record-breaking year for entries. Winners include some of the most prominent global brands and companies alongside smaller and independent production houses, including Cut+Run, Netflix, Disney Parks, Media.Monks, Paramount, National Geographic Society, and dynastic NBA team the Golden State Warriors.
2023
Silver Winner
Trusted to Lead overview + individuals
Category: Branded Content, Campaign-Branding
Bronze Winner
There’s No One Path Into Business
Category: Branded Content, General-D&I
Silver Winner
Trusted to Lead
Category: Branded Content, General-Educational
Bronze Winner
Trusted to Lead overview video
Trusted to Lead Sennai video
Category: Branded Content, General-Education