Lisa Rhodes has been appointed as the City of Redmond’s new communications manager.

Rhodes previously oversaw the city’s large scale community events and marketing efforts for the last six years. Her range of experience in communications includes media relations, strategic partnership development and effective design and marketing practices.

As the city’s communication manager, Rhodes will work with all city departments to provide information to the public and collaborate with a cross-departmental team to develop and manage a strategic marketing and communications plan. This newly formed team will focus on cohesive messaging and increased citizen participation and feedback strategies.

“I’m excited for this new challenge and for the opportunity to update and broaden the city’s communications to be more inclusive and compatible with today’s ever changing technology and global influences,” said Rhodes.

Redmond Mayor John Marchione said, “I am confident that Lisa’s energy and can-do attitude, together with her knowledge of city operations, will serve the city well.”