With a degree in Psychology and Mass Communications from Missouri Southern State University and a career rooted in purpose-driven leadership, Tesha Rainey brings over a decade of experience in strategic marketing, communications, and brand development to her role as Director of Marketing and Communications at Kid Spark Education. In her role, Tesha leads the organization’s brand strategy and communications initiatives, helping to elevate Kid Spark’s mission and expand its impact across the country.
Before joining Kid Spark, Tesha served as Director of Communications for Care Initiatives, Iowa’s largest nonprofit senior healthcare provider, where she led statewide messaging, internal communications, and brand modernization efforts across more than 50 locations. She also spent two years as an independent marketing and communications consultant, partnering with healthcare and mission-driven organizations to develop tailored strategies that increased visibility, built engagement, and drove growth. Her background includes extensive leadership experience in healthcare sales and marketing, giving her a unique understanding of how to connect communities with meaningful services and support.
Tesha is passionate about crafting stories that amplify mission, build connection, and spark change. She is proud to bring her experience to Kid Spark Education, where she supports efforts to close educational equity gaps and ensure every child has access to transformative STEM learning opportunities.
