Deborah Zanke is an accomplished communications professional who honed her skills at the senior management level before a decades-long freelance career.

Thanks to Deborah’s sharp strategic approach, scores of companies and nonprofit organizations have reached their critical audiences with clarity and creativity. From awareness campaigns and impact reports to websites and blogs, Deborah ensures that the messaging conveys the brand and fits the medium.

Deborah began her working life as a child welfare social worker. She has a profound knowledge of the challenges faced by nonprofits and the community members who depend on them. Her people-serving clients appreciate her social science and community background in their efforts to engage donors and stakeholders. She is equally at home in business settings and brings a much-needed perspective to brands advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives.