Tammy Ridout
About Tammy Ridout
Tammy Ridout serves as the Managing Director of External Communications at American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio. She has over 20 years of experience in communications, including various roles at American Electric Power and internships in public relations.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Tammy Ridout serves as the Managing Director of External Communications at American Electric Power (AEP) in Columbus, Ohio. She has held this position since 2022. In her role, she oversees the company's external communication strategies, ensuring effective messaging and engagement with stakeholders.
Previous Experience at American Electric Power
Tammy Ridout has extensive experience at American Electric Power, where she worked in various capacities. She served as Director of External Communications from 2021 to 2022, and prior to that, she was the Manager of Media Relations and Policy Communications from 2013 to 2021. Her career at AEP began as a Senior Communications Consultant from 2008 to 2013.
Early Career Background
Before her tenure at American Electric Power, Tammy Ridout gained experience in public relations and communications. She worked as a Public Relations Intern at the Chicago Auto Show in 2000 and as a Corporate Communications Intern at Bob Evans in 1999. Additionally, she served as an Account Executive at Lord, Sullivan and Yoder from 2000 to 2002 and as a Public Affairs Specialist at the Ohio Department of Education from 2002 to 2008.
Education in Journalism and Public Relations
Tammy Ridout earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Journalism/Public Relations from Ohio University. She attended the university from 1996 to 2000, where she developed foundational skills in communication and media relations.