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The Office of Marketing and Communications, a 24-time National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) Paragon and Medallion award winner, develops, oversees and manages the College’s marketing, communication, brand management, and audience engagement strategies. Through integrated marketing campaigns, creative storytelling, public relations, design, and web strategy, the department advances the College’s mission while supporting enrollment, retention, student success, workforce development, internal relations, and community awareness
The team collaborates with departments across the College to develop marketing and communication strategies that connect prospective students, current students, alumni, employees, and community members with opportunities available at Bergen.
From launching multi-channel advertising campaigns and promoting major College initiatives to sharing student success stories and enhancing the digital experience, the Office of Marketing and Communications helps tell Bergen’s story while driving measurable results.
Request Support for a Project
Complete the Project Initiation Form at pr.bergen.edu, and the team will review your request and work with you to determine the most effective strategy, timeline, and communications approach.
What We Do
- Brand Strategy and Creative Services
- Content Development and Storytelling
- Enrollment Marketing and Advertising
- Event Promotion
- Internal Communication
- Marketing Analytics and Reporting
- Photography and Video Production
- Public and Media Relations
- Social Media Promotion and Marketing
- Website Strategy and Management
Audience Engagement Channels
The Office of Marketing and Communications manages and supports a variety of channels that help inform, engage, and connect audiences across the Bergen Community and beyond.
- Bergen.edu
- BergenCC Student App
- Bergen Daily
- Email Communications
- Social Media Channels
- Digital Signage
- Bergen Banter Podcast
- Studio Bergen: Remix
- Direct Mail
- Official Publications, including the Inside Bergen Community College Newsletter
- Media Relations and News Coverage
Connect with the Team
Pitkin Education Center (Paramus Campus)
Room A-210
Phone: (201) 447-7120
[email protected]
| Marketing and Web Development | Communications/Public Relations |
| Kristy Italiano Senior Director of Marketing 201-689-8802 |
Larry Hlavenka Jr., Ed.D. Executive Director of Public Relations 201-689-7057 |
| Frank Hablawi Web Developer 201-879-8815 |
Jessica Fargnoli, Ed.D. Assistant Director of Public Relations 201-879-7925 |
| Presley DePugh Public Information Assistant 201-879-8849 |
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| Graphic Designers | |
| Tom DePrenda Manager of New Media Services 201-493-3694Cristina Grisales Graphic/Web Designer 201-447-7435 |
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| Administrative Support | |
| Nancy McAllister Customer Service Associate 201-493-3655 |