Community Relations and Marketing

Timothy is a Theatre graduate of FGCU. He was heavily involved in the university’s theatrical productions, both on stage and in technical work. He began working for Community Relations and Marketing in July 2006, and is responsible for creating and maintaining the photo archive, the FGCU "On Hold" message, video newsclips as well as various other tasks.

Karen Feldman
Assistant Director of Information/Publications

Karen Feldman edits FGCU’s Pinnacle Magazine. She spent three decades in the daily newspaper industry, primarily working as an editor, senior staff writer and restaurant critic at The News-Press in Fort Myers, FL. She is a frequent contributor to Where to Retire and Grandeur magazines. Her book, "Black Tie Optional: A Complete Special Events Resource Guide for Non-Profit Organizations," was published by John Wiley & Sons in February 2007. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English and classics at Franklin & Marshall College and a master’s degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.

John is the developer of the graphic design and visual style of the publications produced by the Office of Community Relations and Marketing. He is an art and production professional with a background in advertising and publishing. He has extensive experience in the field of graphic design and print production. He has managed an art and production department, as well as multiple projects from concept development to final production. His experience encompasses most aspects of marketing. He holds a degree from Western Michigan University and recently relocated to FGCU from Michigan, where he has lived most of his life.

Kelly McCarthy has more than 20 combined years of experience advancing institutions of higher learning. She initially began working for FGCU in 1997 before the University opened for classes. Her professional career has garnered awards from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), U.S. Chambers of Commerce, and College Sports Information Directors Association (CoSIDA), and includes teaching upper division courses as an adjunct instructor. Kelly holds a master's degree from FGCU and a bachelor's degree from Nicholls State University, and she has completed coursework toward an MBA with a 4.0 gpa. She is a graduate of the FGCU Leadership Academy and earned the Certified Graphic Communications Manager designation in 1992 from the International Publishing Management Association (IPMA), where she also served as state president for the Louisiana chapter. In her spare time, Kelly is an award-winning fine art photographer and church musician.

Laureen Meyer
Administrative Assistant

Laureen is the point of contact for the Office of Community Relations and Marketing. She provides administrative support to the Associate Vice President of Community Relations. Laureen came to FGCU in 2006 from New Jersey, where she worked in the business office of the K-12 school systems for over 10 years. She is a member of the Sigma Alpha Pi National Society of Leadership, and is currently completing coursework at FGCU toward a bachelor’s degree in Political Science.

Lillian is a marketing and public relations professional, facilitating the department's initiatives to promote and market FGCU. She plans, develops and executes effective media relations programs to generate and maintain a strong public presence for the University. She holds a master's degree from Florida State University. Lillian joined the realm of academia in December 2000, after over 20 years serving as a labor relations and litigation paralegal in New York and Florida.