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Theresa Werner
Theresa Werner, a freelance journalist elected to serve as President of the National Press Club, will be inaugurated at a ceremony and gala at the Club on January 28, 2012. Werner has been a member of the Press Club since 2004 and currently serves as Chair of the Press Club’s Board of Governors.
Background
Werner began her journalism career at NBC4, Washington DC’s NBC affiliate, where she worked for seven years as a futures editor, satellite coordinator and desk assistant before moving to the Associated Press to serve as a Planning Editor. After four years at the AP, she was laid off in an organizational downsizing. Werner now works as a freelance journalist on a number of projects including a documentary about the role of women in society.
Professional Affiliations
- Former President of the local chapter of American Women in Radio and Television.
- Former President of the American Newswoman’s Club.
Awards
Recipient of the National Press Club’s prestigious Berny Krug Award for outstanding service.
Community Service
- Volunteer with Honor Flight Network
- Volunteer with Embry Rucker Homeless Shelter
Personal
Werner is a resident of Northern Virginia. She is a graduate of George Mason University with a degree in Communications. She is also an award-winning swing dancer and clogger.