Mischelle Moyer
Harrisburg has announced a new communications director for the city.
Mischelle Moyer will fill the position, bringing with her over two decades of communications experience, according to the city.
Moyer takes the post vacated by former director Matt Maisel who resigned in September.
“I am honored to join the City of Harrisburg in this capacity,” Moyer said. “As a lifelong advocate for communication as a tool for effecting positive change, I am eager to work alongside city leadership and the residents of Harrisburg to amplify voices, celebrate our community and address challenges head-on.”
Moyer served as a communication and media consultant for the combined title agency of Keystone Land Transfer, Integrated Land Transfer, Mi Casa Land Transfer and Shamrock Settlement Services. She also served as the staff, educational and communications director for Just for Today Recovery and Veterans Support Services. She was also a featured speaker at Gov. Tom Wolf’s Opioid Command Center Summit, according to the city.
Moyer holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and journalism with a minor in social work from Shippensburg University and a master’s degree in teaching and curriculum development and a Pennsylvania Secondary English Certification from Penn State University.
In her new role, Moyer will oversee Harrisburg’s public messaging, media relations and community outreach efforts.
“Mischelle’s exceptional background in communications, leadership and community outreach makes her the perfect choice to guide our city’s messaging and public engagement efforts,” Mayor Wanda Williams said. “Her passion and dedication to meaningful communication align perfectly with the city’s vision for transparency, growth, and collaboration.”
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