Kristen Early

Kristen Early is an accomplished marketing and communications professional with extensive experience in brand development and media relations. Currently serving as the Director of Marketing & Communications at ETSU Health, Kristen leads a skilled team to enhance both internal and external marketing strategies for the brand. Prior roles include Communications Content Coordinator at Carson-Newman University, where Kristen produced content and collaborated across departments to uphold a consistent brand voice, and various editorial positions at The Greeneville Sun, advancing from General Assignment Reporter to Associate Editor and Assistant Managing Editor. Kristen holds a Master of Business Administration in Marketing and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Carson-Newman University.