Amy Kunkel
About Amy Kunkel
Amy Kunkel is the Head of Business and Technology Communication at MassMutual, with extensive experience in internal communications across multiple globally recognized brands.
Current Role at MassMutual
Amy Kunkel holds the position of Head of Business and Technology Communication at MassMutual, based in the Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Area. She leads a team tasked with engaging and educating over 6,500 U.S. colleagues on MassMutual’s strategic initiatives. Her role spans across multiple domains including Operations, Product, Brand and Marketing, Employee Technology & Experience, and various distribution channels.
Previous Experience at MassMutual
Before her current role, Amy Kunkel served as the Head of Internal Communications for MassMutual US and the Enterprise Technology & Experience Group from 2015 to 2023. In this capacity, she directed internal communication efforts to ensure seamless information flow within the organization, supporting multiple teams and initiatives over her eight-year tenure.
Corporate Communications at ESPN
Amy Kunkel worked as Senior Director of Internal Communications & Multimedia at ESPN from 2012 to 2014. During this period, she was responsible for overseeing internal communications strategies and multimedia content, enhancing the company's internal messaging and communication effectiveness.
Leadership Roles at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
Amy Kunkel held roles as Director of Corporate Communications and Associate Director of Strategic & Executive Communications at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals from 2005 to 2012. Over these seven years, she developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies, leading the company’s internal and external communication efforts.
Early Career at Philips Electronics
From 2001 to 2005, Amy Kunkel was Senior Manager of Internal & Executive Communications at Philips Electronics North America. She managed internal communication plans and executive communication strategies, contributing to the alignment and engagement of the company’s workforce.
Educational Background
Amy Kunkel earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Organizational Communication from the University at Albany. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication and Media Studies from the State University of New York, Cortland. Her academic background has significantly contributed to her expertise in corporate communications.