Monica Vandyke Gartner
About Monica Vandyke Gartner
Monica Vandyke Gartner is the Director of Public Affairs and Brand Awareness at SC Johnson, with over 20 years of experience in public relations and corporate communications.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Monica Vandyke Gartner currently serves as the Director of Public Affairs and Brand Awareness at SC Johnson. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing public relations strategies across the global market. She also manages the company's global brands as the Public Affairs Manager. Her work at SC Johnson includes leading a successful rebranding campaign that significantly boosted brand recognition.
Experience at Bang & Olufsen
Monica Vandyke Gartner held multiple roles at Bang & Olufsen over a span of 12 years. She started as a Public Relations Coordinator in 2003, then rose to Public Relations Manager from 2003 to 2009, and finally served as the Senior Public Relations Manager until 2015. Her tenure was marked by notable achievements, including receiving an industry award for excellence in public relations.
Previous Roles in Corporate Communications
Before joining SC Johnson, Monica Vandyke Gartner worked in various corporate communications roles. She served as Account Executive at Ashton Partners from 2002 to 2003 and Assistant Account Executive at Hill+Knowlton Strategies from 2000 to 2002. She started her career interning at Rossman Martin & Associates and The View from MidMichigan.
Education and Qualifications
Monica Vandyke Gartner earned her Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, completing her studies from 1996 to 2000. This educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in public relations and corporate communications.
Professional Contributions and Mentorship
Monica Vandyke Gartner is actively involved in mentoring junior public relations professionals through a company-sponsored mentorship program. Additionally, she contributes to industry publications on topics related to brand awareness and public affairs. Her insights and leadership help shape the future of the industry.