Marla Sheiner M.a., A.p.r.

Marla Sheiner M.A., A.P.R. has a diverse and extensive work experience. Marla currently serves as the Chief Communications Officer at Legacy Traditional Schools since April 2016, where they are responsible for determining marketing and communications strategy, guiding media relations, public affairs, and development of new products/programs.

Prior to this, Marla worked at the University of Phoenix from 2010 to 2016, holding various roles including Senior Director of Marketing Communications, Director of Event Marketing, and Director of Marcom for Schools, Colleges, and Strategic Segments. In these roles, they were responsible for marketing and public relations strategy, generating pitches, media training, and ensuring consistency of messaging.

From 2006 to 2010, Marla worked at Apollo Group, where they served as the Director of International Communications and Director of Public Relations. Marla played a key role in the launch of Apollo Global's Meritus University in Canada.

Before joining Apollo Group, Marla worked as a Public Speaker at the program "You Decide™," a safe-driving education program for teens, from 2003 to 2006. Marla authored and presented the program, which discouraged underage drinking and reviewed the risks of combining alcohol and automobiles.

Marla's earliest work experience was as the Vice President of Communications at Hensley Beverage from 1984 to 2003. In this role, they were responsible for internal and external communication, PR and marketing campaigns, employee meetings, and lobbying.

Overall, Marla Sheiner has a successful career spanning various industries and has demonstrated expertise in marketing communications, public relations, media relations, and strategic messaging.

Marla Sheiner M.A., A.P.R.'s education history includes a Master's Degree in Organizational Management obtained from the University of Phoenix in 1992-1993. Prior to that, they earned a BA and MA in Journalism, English, and Organizational Management from Arizona State University from 1974 to 1978. Marla also holds a certification in Public Relations, specifically the Accredited in Public Relations (APR), which they obtained from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) in May 1997.