By Norm Miller
PINEVILLE, La. (LCNews) – Jennifer Dykes, a Louisiana College alumnus, has been chosen by President Rick Brewer to be the assistant to the president.
The Shreveport native graduated from LC in December of 2014 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Marketing.
“Ms. Dykes brings an amazing array of skills that are evidenced through her initiative and hard work,” Brewer said. “She is a determined young woman who has a refreshing blend of professionalism and approachability. We are blessed to have someone so talented and who also commendably represents the vision and values of Louisiana College.
“Jennifer exemplifies our best and brightest of alums who are equally qualified and gainfully employed in significant roles across the country,” he added.
As a member of the President’s Leadership Team, Dykes reports directly to the president, providing him executive-level support.
She is responsible for a broad and complex set of assignments related to the duties of the president, including resource development, event planning, marketing, external relations, technology, and chief of the president’s office staff. She also oversees LC’s social media and website
“The opportunity to join my alma mater in this capacity is truly a blessing,” Dykes said. “As a graduate, I love that I have the opportunity to contribute to the continued excellence of Louisiana College and to show how LC prepared me to be who I am today.”
Dykes previously worked remotely for The C Three Group, an energy consulting company located in Atlanta, Georgia; and for Beta Engineering – a Crest Industries company located in Pineville.