Annalee Farner

Background

About Annalee Farner

Curious. Creative. Strategic. I’m a passionate communicator with a deep commitment to purpose-driven work. Especially when it serves education, equity, and innovation. With over 5 years of experience across public relations, marketing, event coordination, workforce development, recruiting and retention, and higher education, I have led initiatives that bridge institutions, industries, and individuals. Most recently, I spearheaded the WeBuildUtah campaign, rebranding and launching a statewide effort that connected over 2500 high school and college students statewide with hands-on and career exploration experiences, resulting in a 1,700% increase in scholarship applications and awarded to future tradespeople. I specialize in: • Strategic communications and public relations • Branding and campaign development • Event planning and program coordination • Fundraising and stakeholder engagement • Public speaking and content creation • Recruitment and Retention I’ve collaborated with industry leaders, school districts, and government partners to advance workforce initiatives, coordinated events with hundreds of attendees, and presented to audiences as large as 850+. I’ve also taught college-level curriculum and consulted small businesses on marketing strategy and digital presence. My work is guided by empathy, driven by data, and sustained by a love for learning. Whether I’m building community partnerships or crafting a communications strategy, my goal is to leave people more informed, more inspired, and more connected.