Abbi Russell

Principal Communications Specialist

Abbi is proud to have been a part of building projects and communities that make our region such a wonderful place to call home. A military veteran and the daughter of a small business owner/operator, Abbi values teamwork, listening, honesty, fun, and community service.

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Abbi is proud to have been a part of building projects and communities that make our region such a wonderful place to call home. A military veteran and the daughter of a small business owner/operator, Abbi values teamwork, listening, honesty, fun, and community service.

Her career in communications and community engagement has ranged across industries and issues, allowing Abbi to bring a well-rounded and experienced perspective that helps clients and their communities work together to build relationships and projects that achieve collective goals and reflect the needs of all interested parties.

Abbi has worked for and with many different types of organizations, including public ports, state transportation agencies, transit authorities, cities, counties, nonprofits, real estate developers, and attorneys. She specializes in communications and engagement planning, media relations, message and brand development, and strategic advising.

A favorite project and why?

Terminal 1, the Port of Vancouver USA’s waterfront redevelopment project. I was very fortunate to be one of the folks who was in on the ground floor of that project when I was a staff member with the port. It is rejuvenating Vancouver’s original working waterfront, the site of much of the industry that made Clark County what it is today. It was an honor to be a part of bringing it to reality and recognizing the people and businesses that built the foundation for our communities.

Education & Experience

Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs, Washington State University Vancouver