Carolyn Weis
About Carolyn Weis
Carolyn Weis serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Porter Novelli, where she focuses on communications support for cross-industry clients. She has a strong background in public relations and business development, having held various roles at notable firms such as Edelman, Golin, and GCI Health.
Current Role at Porter Novelli
Carolyn Weis serves as the Vice President of Business Development at Porter Novelli. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely from St. Petersburg, Florida. In her role, she focuses on evaluating and responding to requests from cross-industry clients seeking communications support. Her extensive background in public relations and business development informs her strategic approach to client engagement and service delivery.
Previous Experience in Public Relations
Carolyn Weis has a robust history in public relations, having worked at several notable firms. She began her career at Edelman as a Public Relations Intern in 2016, followed by roles as an Assistant Account Executive and later as an Account Executive until 2019. She also served as a Manager at Edelman from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she worked at GCI Health as an Account Supervisor and at Golin Health as Director of Growth, where she focused on the U.S. healthcare sector.
Educational Background
Carolyn Weis earned her Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from DePaul University. She attended the university from 2012 to 2015, completing her studies over a three-year period. This educational foundation has supported her career in public relations and business development.
Career Progression
Throughout her career, Carolyn Weis has progressed through various roles in public relations and business development. After her initial internship at Edelman, she gained experience in different capacities, including a year as an Assistant Account Executive and two years as an Account Executive. Her tenure at Golin Health as Director of Growth from 2021 to 2023 further solidified her expertise in business development within the healthcare sector.
Location and Work Environment
Carolyn Weis is based in St. Petersburg, Florida, while working remotely. This arrangement allows her to engage with clients and teams across various locations, enhancing her ability to respond to diverse communications needs in the industry.