Neill Joins Risdall McKinney Public Relations

Risdall McKinney Public Relations announces the addition of Melissa Neill , senior account executive.

"Nearly a year after forming Risdall McKinney Public Relations, we are seeing tremendous organic and new business growth," said Rose McKinney, APR, president of Risdall McKinney. "Hiring Melissa will allow us to meet increasing client needs while providing them with more well-rounded staff backgrounds."

Neill has a varied experiences working for both corporations and agencies. Prior to joining Risdall McKinney, Neill worked for Weber Shandwick where she focused her efforts on the multi-faceted Honeywell account. Her industry experience includes: aerospace, electronics manufacturing services and integrated supply chain, building solutions, education, security, home product, process automation, fertilizer mining and touring productions.

"Having worked with clients on both internal and external communications, my goal has always been to help organizations effectively communicate with all stakeholders," said Neill. "I'm excited to be joining an agency that shares the same goal for its clients and its staff."

Earlier in her career, Neill worked in the corporate communications department at Mesaba Airlines where she honed her skills as a public relations professional.

Neill holds a bachelor’s degree in strategic communication from the University of Minnesota .