Elise Penington

Elise Penington serves as the Director of Communications and Engagement at Jefferson County Public Library, a position held since February 2024. Prior to this role, Elise was the Product Marketing Manager at Granicus, where responsibilities included designing product marketing initiatives and conducting competitive analysis from January 2022 to February 2024. Elise has extensive experience in public relations and community engagement from a long tenure at the Town of Parker, Colorado, serving in various positions including Communications Director, Community Affairs Manager, and Community Affairs Coordinator from December 1996 to January 2022. Earlier career experience includes roles at the Dumb Friends League, where Elise focused on event planning and community relations. Elise holds a BA in Mass Communications and Public Affairs from the University of Denver.