Marissa Dunn is vice president, media strategy at Peppercomm, a Ruder Finn Company, based in the New York office. She connects high-impact media opportunities with integrated communications strategies that advance client business objectives, shape differentiated narratives, and anticipate emerging trends. Marissa counsels senior executives on media positioning, leads proactive and reactive storytelling efforts, and drives engagement across national, business, and financial outlets. Her strategic approach ensures messaging is aligned, timely, and built to influence key stakeholders.

With nearly 20 years of experience across media and television, Marissa brings deep expertise in national, business, and financial news. Before joining the firm, she was a team leader and senior producer at Bloomberg News, where she helped lead its flagship market close program. She also held producing roles at Fox News, Fox Business, and ABC News, including Good Morning America. Her newsroom background provides her with an insider’s understanding of how stories are shaped, framed, and delivered.

Marissa is recognized for her steady leadership in fast-paced environments, analytical rigor, and ability to translate complex issues into compelling narratives. She has worked closely with Fortune 500 CEOs, lawmakers, and top-tier broadcast talent, while mentoring junior colleagues and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams.​