Vanessa Sidwell
About Vanessa Sidwell
Vanessa Sidwell is the Director of Communications at Alight Solutions and a Brand Associate at Athleta, with a diverse background in communications and marketing roles across several major companies.
Title
Vanessa Sidwell holds the position of Director of Communications at Alight Solutions in Bentonville, Arkansas. She also works as a Brand Associate at Athleta in Rogers, Arkansas.
Current Roles
Vanessa Sidwell currently works as the Director of Communications at Alight Solutions in Bentonville, Arkansas. In addition, she serves as a Brand Associate at Athleta in Rogers, Arkansas.
Professional Background
Vanessa Sidwell has a diverse professional background in communications and marketing. She has experience at Tyson Foods as a Communication Manager for Commercial Sales, Walmart as a Senior Strategy and Communications Manager for U.S. Merchandising, and Mosaic Sales Solutions as a Senior Account Manager for Client Services. She also worked at Creative Channel Services in various roles related to retail partnerships and account management for Walmart and other major retailers.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Sidwell holds a Master of Business Administration from Western Illinois University. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, focusing on Graphic Communications and Drafting, from the same institution. Vanessa is pursuing an MBA online, part-time, with an expected graduation in 2024. She has a passion for storytelling, event production/management, and is naturally creative with an entrepreneurial mindset. Her ability to quickly adapt to new technology and thrive in dynamic team environments is notable.
Past Experience at Walmart
Vanessa Sidwell has an extensive tenure at Walmart with multiple roles spanning from 1992 to 2020. Starting as a Sales Clerk, she transitioned to positions such as Corporate Intern, Management Trainee, and ultimately Senior Communications Manager. Her roles included diverse responsibilities in marketing, communications, and strategic initiatives, significantly contributing to the company over the years.