Mickella Geary
About Mickella Geary
Mickella Geary is the Public Affairs Coordinator at Organic Valley, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in communications and has held various roles in public affairs, media, and video production.
Current Role at Organic Valley
Mickella Geary serves as the Public Affairs Coordinator at Organic Valley, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she plays a key part in promoting the cooperative business model of Organic Valley, which is owned by over 1800 farm families. Geary is instrumental in building a loyal customer base, which aids in integrating more farm families into the cooperative. Her work also focuses on supporting rural communities and promoting economic and environmental sustainability.
Previous Experience at Organic Valley
Before becoming the Public Affairs Coordinator, Mickella Geary worked at Organic Valley as a Messaging and Media Assistant from 2015 to 2016. In this capacity, she contributed to the organization's messaging strategies and media outreach efforts, helping to enhance the company's public image and communication initiatives.
Work History Prior to Organic Valley
Mickella Geary has a diverse work history that includes roles at several organizations. She was a Public Affairs Intern at Mayo Clinic from 2014 to 2015, where she gained experience in public relations. Additionally, she worked as an Orientation Leader at Winona State University from 2012 to 2014 and as a Video Productions Intern at Hiawatha Broadband Communications, Inc. from 2011 to 2014. She also briefly worked as a Human Resources Temp at S&S Cycle, Inc. in 2015 and held a position at Citizens First Bank from 2005 to 2011.
Education and Academic Background
Mickella Geary studied at Winona State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications, with a focus on Liberal Arts, Communication, and Public Relations. Her academic tenure lasted from 2011 to 2015. Prior to her university education, she attended Kickapoo High School from 2007 to 2011.