
University Marketing and Communications
The mission of the Division of University Marketing and Communications is to enhance, amplify and protect the reputation of the University of Houston in order to invite top students and talent, attract support and advance the University’s mission to transform lives and communities.
UMC Leadership
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Lisa K. Holdeman
Vice Chancellor/Vice President for Marketing and Communications
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713-743-8408 -
Shawn Lindsey
Sr. Assoc. VC/VP for Strategic Communications
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713-743-5725 -
Nancy Blair
Assistant Vice President, University Marketing
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713-743-8936 -
Patrick Mulligan
Executive Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
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713-743-5805 -
Deana Kreitz
Executive Director of Web and Digital Strategy
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713-743-0565 -
Flor Saunders
Senior Director of University Marketing and Communications Administration
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713-743-4866 -
Alex Hernandez
Director of Division Business Operations
[email protected]
713-743-5624
Our Goals
- Building connections between the University and its constituents
- Enhancing the image, reputation and visibility of the University
- Fostering public awareness, understanding, trust and appreciation of the University
- Inspiring support (including involvement, advocacy and financial investment)
- Instilling pride, preference and ownership of the University
Media Relations
The Media Relations team, which includes social media, tells the story of the University of Houston by highlighting the achievements of the institution and its faculty, staff and students, and collaborates closely with other communications teams throughout UH to share news and information.
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Shawn Lindsey
Sr. Assoc. VC/VP for Strategic Communications
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713-743-5725 -
Bryan Luhn
Director of Media Relations
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713-743-0954 -
Jonathan “J.J.” Adams
Senior Media Relations Specialist
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713-743-8960 -
Laurie Fickman
Senior Media Relations Specialist
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713-743-8454 -
Kelly Schafler
Senior Media Relations Specialist
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Latest News
Social Media
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Nick Pomes
Director of University Social Media
[email protected]
713-743-8911
Executive & Internal Communications
The Executive and Internal Communications team shares important information with the campus community through the UH Today e-newsletter, and provides a wide range of editorial support for the Office of the President and other executive units.
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Carrie Taylor
Communications Director
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713-743-7287 -
India Ogazi
Communications Director
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713-743-4347 -
Natasha Saad
Communications Manager
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713-743-1923
University Marketing
University Marketing specializes in the development of integrated marketing and communication strategies to increase brand awareness and enhance the Universityʼs reputation. Our team partners with the UH community on institutional projects to ensure the integrity of the brand and help achieve University goals.
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Nancy Blair
Assistant Vice President, University Marketing
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713-743-8936 -
Daryl Freedman
Director of University Marketing
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713-743-1296 -
Greg Ortiz
Creative Director
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713-743-7308 -
Ben Corda
Art Director
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713-743-1527 -
Shaina Escobedo-Milan
Assistant Director, University Marketing
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713-743-3674 -
Marcus Allen
Senior Graphic Designer
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713-743-0895 -
Heather Cobb
Senior Graphic Designer
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713-743-6711 -
Kevin Kao
Senior Graphic Designer
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713-743-1031 -
Jeff Lautenberger
Videographer
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713-743-3054
Web and Digital Strategy
The Web and Digital Strategy team drives online excellence, aligning with UMC goals and the president’s vision. We create an industry-leading website by embracing emerging trends and technologies, ensuring brand integrity, innovative templates, and accessibility, all while enhancing our online reputation across our key audiences.

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Deana Kreitz
Executive Director of Web and Digital Strategy
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713-743-0565 -
Kyle Stehling (’08)
Director, Online Marketing & User Experience
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832-842-6171 -
Jessica Gorbett
Director of UI/UX - Energy
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713-743-9794 -
Rachel Burgos
Web Project Manager
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Vichitravir Dwivedi
Senior Research Analyst
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713-743-7122 -
Talha Iftikhar
Web Developer II
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713-743-2436 -
Abhishek Kapopara
Web Developer II
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713-743-9273 -
Erikka Polk
Web Developer II
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713-743-4146
Brand Management, Licensing & Trademarks
The Brand Management, Licensing & Trademarks team, which includes Creative Services, builds, stewards and protects the integrity of the University’s brand through a framework of strong, consistent presentation of the UH brand in all arenas. The team ensures cohesive use of the brand guidelines and brand identity, including trademarks and logos, for all UH communications, marketing and licensed merchandise.
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Patrick Mulligan
Executive Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
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713-743-5805 -
Nick Wilcockson
Assistant Director, Brand Management, Licensing and Trademarks
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713-743-4836 -
Calvin M. Harris
Program Manager I
[email protected]
713-743-1174
Brand Fundamentals
The foundations of our messaging: Who we are and how we sound, including our Brand Pillars and Personality Traits.
Brand Identity
Willing to take risks, work hard, make tough choices and explore, even in the face of uncertainty or challenges. Undaunted.
Brand Protection
How to use the UH brand: Guidance for UH students, faculty, staff, licensees and third parties.
Brand Resources
A warmth, openness and acceptance of all. Genuine in our word and our tone.
Business Services
The Business Services team keeps the division operating at full throttle by providing the administrative, financial, IT and human resources support for UMC. We are responsible for budgeting, accounting and strategic oversight of the division’s information technology.
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Alex Hernandez
Director of Division Business Operations
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713-743-5624 -
Lernette Patterson
Department Business Administrator
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713-743-9281 -
Ace Anzaldua
Assistant Business Administrator
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713-743-0365