Hi, I’m Jennifer Wenk, a public relations and communications professional with 15+ years in sports media relations, public affairs and publicity. I’ve built global PR programs for athletes and brands, led teams through complex campaigns, and collaborated with networks, studios, and event producers on major entertainment and sports properties. I’m APR-certified and I’m passionate about storytelling, media relations, and measurement-driven results. I thrive managing multi-faceted campaigns, nurturing relationships with media and production teams, and guiding brands through both high-profile events and crisis communications. Based in Las Vegas, I enjoy turning ideas into earned media, working with athletes, entertainers, and organizations to elevate their profiles and achieve strategic goals.…

Jennifer Wenk

Hi, I’m Jennifer Wenk, a public relations and communications professional with 15+ years in sports media relations, public affairs and publicity. I’ve built global PR programs for athletes and brands, led teams through complex campaigns, and collaborated with networks, studios, and event producers on major entertainment and sports properties. I’m APR-certified and I’m passionate about storytelling, media relations, and measurement-driven results. I thrive managing multi-faceted campaigns, nurturing relationships with media and production teams, and guiding brands through both high-profile events and crisis communications. Based in Las Vegas, I enjoy turning ideas into earned media, working with athletes, entertainers, and organizations to elevate their profiles and achieve strategic goals.…

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Hi, I’m Jennifer Wenk, a public relations and communications professional with 15+ years in sports media relations, public affairs and publicity. I’ve built global PR programs for athletes and brands, led teams through complex campaigns, and collaborated with networks, studios, and event producers on major entertainment and sports properties. I’m APR-certified and I’m passionate about storytelling, media relations, and measurement-driven results.

I thrive managing multi-faceted campaigns, nurturing relationships with media and production teams, and guiding brands through both high-profile events and crisis communications. Based in Las Vegas, I enjoy turning ideas into earned media, working with athletes, entertainers, and organizations to elevate their profiles and achieve strategic goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Premiere Publicity at Broken Ear Productions
June 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Assembled and led PR agency team to coordinate red carpet premieres in multiple cities; leveraged the film director’s MMA fame to recruit social media influencers and podcasters; structured publicity schedules and secured meetings with key executives (e.g., UFC President Dana White) leading to shoots and interviews and a digital teaser for release.
President at Jen Wenk - Public Relations Practice (Las Vegas)
April 1, 2011 - November 24, 2025
Provide representation and strategic PR counsel for agency clients; helped grow athlete rosters and credibility; contributed to major campaigns and shows (e.g., The Ultimate Fighter Season 21). Built a robust PR practice for combat sports and entertainment clients; led brand building and media relations efforts.
Lead Communications and Public Relations at ONE Championship (Las Vegas-Remote)
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Lead communications and PR for ONE Championship in the US/Canada; manage a four-person staff; expand traditional media coverage of monthly live-streamed events; track data and weekly growth; arrange media interviews with the company CEO; crisis and announcement planning; apply best practices from prior roles to PR operations.
Head of Public Relations at Ultimate Fighting Championship (Las Vegas)
April 1, 2011 - April 1, 2011
Developed the global PR program; coordinated editorial meetings with editors and producers; grew coverage to 300+ outlets and PPV impressions; secured major magazine covers; built international PR programs; served as spokesperson when needed; oversaw PR for sponsors and charity engagements; managed credential operations and event-week PR.
Director of Public Relations at Virgen Advertising (Las Vegas)
August 1, 2005 - August 1, 2005
Developed PR programs for a major Las Vegas ad agency; expanded client roster from 2 to 14; secured national features for events such as Best Damn Boxing.
Public and Investor Relations at Lambert & Associates Investor Relations (Grand Rapids)
October 1, 2004 - October 1, 2004
Wrote and executed PR plans for investors; supported roadshows and investor communications.
Senior Account Executive at Seyferth PR (Grand Rapids)
December 1, 2002 - December 1, 2002
Managed local market PR for the agency’s largest account (McDonald’s).
Public Affairs Coordinator to SVP of Communications at Governor George Pataki (New York City Office)
December 1, 1998 - December 1, 1998
Drafted press releases; fielded Executive Chamber inquiries; gained exposure to high-level state government press operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Hunter College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999

Qualifications

APR (Accredited in Public Relations)
January 1, 2011 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Gaming

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