Dr. Ciszek engages in rigorous research, engaging with hard-to-reach populations and stakeholders that have historically been marginalized. They are a leader in public relations and strategic communication on LGBTQ research. Their research has received national and international recognition.

Ciszek is a pioneer in strategic communication on LGBTQ research and queer theories and their work has received national and international recognition.

Dr. Ciszek’s work is grounded in:
• In-depth research with LGBTQ consumers and stakeholders
• Qualitative and quantitative analyses
• Research-driven insights
• Translating data into actionable recommendations

Before launching their academic career, Ciszek worked as a strategic analyst for Mullen Advertising and Public Relations. Additionally, they have worked in strategic analytics, market research and contributed to LGBT newspapers and magazines. As someone with professional experience in strategic communication working with nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies, Ciszek recognized the lack of representation that often characterizes the fields of public relations and advertising. Through their research and teaching, Ciszek is committed to making a space for marginalized voices and perspectives that have historically been written out of research.

Ciszek works with corporations, non-profits and governmental agencies to provide workshops, trainings, organizational development and campaign strategy on subjects including organizational consulting on LGBTQ issues; LGBTQ organizational development & campaign strategy; LGBTQ cultural competency training and workshops, gender identity and transgender affirming communication, and organizational issues pertaining to sexuality and gender.