Lizz Summers
About Lizz Summers
Lizz Summers serves as the Director of Communications for the Rental Division at Cintas, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in communications, having held various roles in organizations such as Cintas, Boston College, and FC Cincinnati.
Current Role at Cintas
Lizz Summers serves as the Director of Communications for the Rental Division at Cintas, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for establishing a streamlined communications infrastructure within the division. She focuses on developing engaging content to enhance business fluency among employees and supports change management strategies for major initiatives. Additionally, she partners with Corporate Affairs to promote divisional initiatives that align with Cintas' corporate narrative.
Previous Experience at Cintas
Before her current role, Lizz Summers worked at Cintas in various capacities. She served as the Director of Corporate Affairs from 2022 to 2023 and as Corporate Communications Manager from 2021 to 2022. During her time at Cintas, she developed the first division-specific communications strategy for the Rental Division, which accounted for a significant portion of the company's revenue in FY23. She was recruited by the new Division president & COO to enhance the communications framework.
Career in Athletic Communications
Lizz Summers has extensive experience in athletic communications, having worked at Boston College as the Associate Director of Athletic Communications from 2014 to 2018. Prior to that, she held the position of Assistant Director of Media Relations at both Boston College from 1998 to 2002 and the University of Texas from 2003 to 2006. Her background in sports communications includes a role as Venue Press Officer for the Copa America 2016 Local Organizing Committee.
Educational Background
Lizz Summers studied at Boston College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Communication. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing. This educational foundation has supported her career in communications and strategic messaging across various organizations.
Achievements in Communications
Throughout her career, Lizz Summers has made significant contributions to communications strategies in various organizations. At Cintas, she has implemented consistent standards for inter-Divisional messaging and developed strategies for thought leadership and advocacy opportunities for divisional leadership. Her efforts have focused on enhancing communication practices and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.