Meryn Fluker
About Meryn Fluker
Meryn Fluker is a Senior Communications Manager at Transamerica, where she has worked since 2019, currently holding the position since 2021. She has a background in journalism and political science from the University of Iowa and has held various communications roles throughout her career.
Work at Transamerica
Meryn Fluker has been employed at Transamerica since 2015, holding various roles in the communications department. She started as a Senior Communications Specialist from 2015 to 2018, then transitioned to Lead Communications Specialist for eight months in 2018-2019. Since 2021, she has served as Senior Communications Manager, a position she has held for three years. Her work is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where she has contributed to the company's communications strategies and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Meryn Fluker earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Journalism and Mass Communication, as well as Political Science, from the University of Iowa. Her studies focused on political processes, providing her with a strong foundation in communication and media. She attended the university from 2005 to 2009, gaining essential skills that have supported her career in communications.
Background
Before her tenure at Transamerica, Meryn Fluker gained experience through various internships and roles. She worked as an Internal Communications Intern at Fairview Health Services in 2008 and as an Editorial Intern at Southwest Newspapers in 2007. Additionally, she served as a Web Editor (Communications Coordinator) at The University of Iowa Alumni Association from 2014 to 2015, and as a Multimedia Journalist at Sourcemedia/Gazette from 2012 to 2014.
Professional Experience
Meryn Fluker's professional experience spans over a decade in the communications field. She has held multiple positions that have enhanced her expertise in internal and external communications. Her previous roles include Senior Communications Specialist at Transamerica and Multimedia Journalist at Sourcemedia/Gazette, where she focused on educational content. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of communication strategies.