Elizabeth Calzadilla

Director of Marketing and Communications

Marketing and Communications


Phone305-348-7511

Emailecalzadi@fiu.edu

OfficeEC 2442

Elizabeth Calzadilla

Biography

A strategic, collaborative, and data-driven marketing executive, Elizabeth has led the College of Engineering and Computing’s marketing and communications efforts at Florida International University since 2020. An FIU alumna, she brings both institutional pride and deep insight to her role, advancing the College’s mission through compelling storytelling, strong brand stewardship and high-impact communications.

With more than 25 years of experience spanning higher education, healthcare, government and public safety, Elizabeth has a proven record of elevating brand visibility, strengthening media engagement and building trust with diverse stakeholders. She is recognized for navigating complex and high-stakes communications with clarity and purpose, leading cross-functional teams and cultivating influential partnerships with media, donors, legislators and industry leaders. Passionate about access and student success, she is deeply committed to showcasing the transformative power of engineering and computing education through inclusive, mission-driven narratives.

Education

  • BS, Broadcast Journalism, 1996