Claudia Close

Claudia Close, M.A., is a skilled communications professional with extensive experience in athletic communications and sponsorship management. Currently serving as a Sponsorship Account Manager at The Block since June 2024, Claudia previously held positions such as Assistant Director of Communications for the Atlantic Coast Conference and Assistant Director of Athletic Communications at Davidson College, where responsibilities included managing media relations for multiple sports. Claudia's background also includes editorial work at The Society of Thoracic Surgeons and various roles in customer service and communications at Pure Barre and DePaul University Athletics. Claudia holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Sport Management from The University of Kansas and a Master of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising from DePaul University.