Matthew Burns

Matthew Burns is an experienced public relations professional with a strong background in strategic communications and issues management. Currently serving as an Account Supervisor at Red Thread PR since September 2022, Matthew previously managed day-to-day PR operations as a Manager of Public Relations for the American Association for Cancer Research from September 2019 to September 2022. Prior consultancy work at GSD Communications and significant contributions as an Account Executive at Anne Klein Communications Group highlighted Matthew's leadership in award-winning campaigns and crisis response strategies. Earlier roles, including Media Relations Specialist at Lehigh Valley Health Network and an internship at Lehigh Mining & Navigation, provided foundational skills in media relations and marketing communication. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Arts in English/Professional Writing from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.