I help mission-driven businesses communicate the heart of their work into clear, compelling stories that create growth and trust.
Strategic Marketing & Brand Growth
Marketing strategy, campaigns, advertising, public relations, storytelling, and audience engagement.
Digital Marketing & Communications
Social media management, email marketing, newsletters, website updates, and contact list management.
Creative Marketing Materials
Brochures, flyers, signage, presentations, promotional materials, and branded collateral.
Event Strategy, Promotion & Management
Grand openings, customer events, corporate meetings, trade shows, fundraisers, community events, and full event execution.
Jess Protz
Marketing, storytelling, and strategy for mission-driven organizations
I’m a marketing and communications professional with over 20 years of experience helping organizations grow through clear messaging, strong branding, and relationship-driven strategy. My work blends marketing leadership, storytelling, and business development support to help teams communicate what they do, why it matters, and how they deliver value.
At the heart of my career is a passion for communications and helping companies share their stories in a way that feels human, trustworthy, and aligned with their values. I love taking big ideas and turning them into messaging, content, and campaigns that people can understand, connect with, and act on.
I’m especially drawn to mission-driven organizations - teams that lead with service, integrity, and purpose, where success isn’t measured only by growth, but also by impact, quality, and the way people are treated. Whether I’m building a brand from the inside out, creating a communications strategy, supporting customer relationships, or strengthening internal culture, I bring a mindset of advocacy, professionalism, and follow-through.
Outside of work, I’m inspired by gardening, animals, and the outdoors, and I’m motivated by the kind of work that makes life better for people and communities.