Biography
Whitney Parker is a Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism (INSCT) at Syracuse University. Prior to joining INSCT, Parker spent four years in Washington, DC, working for non-profit international security research institutions. Most recently, she was Director of Business Relations for the Center for a New American Security (CNAS), a cutting-edge think tank recognized as the premier source for pragmatic national security policy recommendations that bridge Democratic, Republican, civilian and military perspectives. In this role, she managed the production process for all CNAS publications as well as branding and design for web and print purposes. Additionally, Parker coordinated all CNAS fundraising efforts.
Prior to joining CNAS, she was Director of Communications at the Center for Defense Information (CDI) and World Security Institute (WSI), where she managed all aspects of public affairs and strategic communications, including media relations, publications, electronic communications, and events. Other work experience in Washington, DC, included work for the Straus Military Reform Project and Space Security Project at CDI, the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, the Security Policy Working Group, and the Economists for Peace and Security. Before working in the national security field, Parker spent two years as a research assistant for The Wilderness Society and Boise State University and several years as a small claims court mediator in Idaho. She has worked as a consultant for numerous non-profits, and for various political campaigns.
Specialties
+ boutique webdesign with WordPress and Joomla
+ graphic design for print and web
+ logo design and brand creation
+ identity packages (logo, business cards, stationary, etc.)
+ social networking & online advertising, including customized Facebook Tabs
+ production schedule advice & assistance
+ publication design and marketing
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