Alisse Goldsmith Wissman
About Alisse Goldsmith Wissman
Alisse Goldsmith Wissman is a Senior Publicist at Penguin Random House with extensive experience in publicity and marketing within the publishing industry.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Alisse Goldsmith Wissman has been serving as a Senior Publicist at Penguin Random House since May 2021. In this role, she utilizes her extensive experience in publicity to connect authors and books with nationwide audiences. She plays a key role in marketing and promotion efforts, ensuring that the authors and their works gain the necessary exposure and reach.
Previous Experience at Independent Publishers Group
Before joining Penguin Random House, Alisse worked at Independent Publishers Group as a Publicity Manager. She held this position from 2019 to 2021 in Chicago, IL. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing publicity campaigns and enhancing the visibility of published works.
Publicity Roles at InterVarsity Press
Alisse Goldsmith Wissman spent a significant part of her career at InterVarsity Press. She served as Publicity Manager from 2013 to 2019 and Associate Director of Publicity in 2019 for two months in Westmont, IL. Prior to these roles, she was the Academic Print Publicist & International Sales Coordinator from 2010 to 2013. Her roles involved comprehensive publicity management and international sales coordination over several years.
Educational Background at Taylor University
Alisse Goldsmith Wissman attended Taylor University, where she studied Psychology and Public Relations, earning a Bachelors of Art from 2004 to 2008. During her time there, she gained early experience in media coordination as Media Secretary and was active in editorial work with The Echo, serving as Associate Editor in Chief and Photography Editor.
Early Career and Media Management Experience
Alisse's early career includes roles that provided a strong foundation in media and management. From 2008 to 2010, she was the Studio Manager/Media Assistant at The Pilates Body, Inc., and from 2007 to 2008, she served as Media Secretary at Taylor University. Additionally, from 2005 to 2008, she worked at The Educational Technology Center as Counter Supervisor for three years.