Deanna Zabel brings nearly 25 years of experience in strategic communications and public relations. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, where she earned a degree in Political Science with double minors in Public Administration and Sociology. Deanna began her career on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., gaining valuable insight into public policy, government affairs, and strategic messaging.

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After several years in Washington, she returned to Wisconsin to build a diverse career in communications, working with both nonprofit and for-profit organizations throughout the Milwaukee area. Her background spans internal and external communications, executive counsel, and organizational strategy.

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Deanna lives in Wisconsin with her husband, Jeff, and their two children, Allyson and Matthew. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, and volunteering in her community.