Our People

Our people make the difference. Our staff and strategic partners are the most important ingredient in the mix. It's more than knowing what to do and how to do it. It is our commitment to your cause. Our ability to understand and participate in your vision is how we reach successful solutions.

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Patrick Henning, M.A.
President and Chief Executive Officer

Patrick Henning is a graduate of Saint Louis University and has a Master of Arts research degree in the field of communications. He founded Henning Communications in 1978 as a boutique design firm, steadily building to its current position as a leading strategic communications company. Patrick works with clients to plan and implement creative solutions that reflect the vision of their organizations. He has presented to numerous philanthropic organizations. An avid fisherman and Cardinals fan, Patrick can be found listening to vintage blues or perfecting his watercolors when he should be working.

314.436.6464 Ext. 26
patrick@henningcommunications.com

 

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Guy Parasch, CFRE
Vice President

Guy is an honors graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor's in Electrical Engineering. He also attended Indiana University's Master of Business Administration Program. Prior to joining Henning Communications in 2010, Guy was the Director of Mission Advancement for Missionaries of the Holy Family for eight years. Guy brings to Henning Communications his extensive experience in the business sector. He worked at General Electric in four different business units and graduated from GE's management training program - MMP. Guy, his wife, Julie, and their seven children reside in Ballwin and are active members of Holy Infant Parish.

314.436.6464 Ext. 32
guy@henningcommunications.com


 

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Ann Phillips
Senior Writer

A writer for print and web-based communications, Ann Phillips brings to Henning Communications over ten years' experience in the fields of non-profit arts and education. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Western Kentucky University and her master's degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Ann has also studied at the Bread Loaf School of English and the University of Iowa. In her free time, she loves writing poetry, taking ballet and spending time with her family.

 

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Dave Lewis
Art Director

A graduate of Southwest Missouri State with a Bachelor of Arts in Design, Dave joined Henning Communications in 1996. He is the lead art director on many corporate communications projects and has created numerous branding programs, marketing kits, recruiting programs and donor acquisition packages. Dave also has developed a high level of proficiency in creating
Final Cut, Flash, and other multimedia presentations. When not at Henning, Dave devotes his time to photography.


314.436.6464 Ext. 29
dave@henningcommunications.com

 

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Megan Culp
Senior Designer

A native of St. Louis, Megan graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. After spending several years designing a wide variety of print materials for a small design firm, she's thrilled to be working for community-minded Henning Communications, where she works on print and web design projects. When away from her computer, Megan enjoys baking and spending time renovating her depression-era house with her husband.

314.436.6464 Ext. 22
meganc@henningcommunications.com

 

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Sandy Rustige
Business Manager

A native of St. Louis, Sandy received her Bachelor of Science from Fontbonne University and Master of Business Administration from Saint Louis University. Prior to joining Henning Communications, Sandy worked for 11 years at Anheuser-Busch as a marketing analyst. When she's not crunching numbers, Sandy and her husband enjoy many activities with their two lovely daughters, including coaching their soccer and volleyball teams and leading many other activities for their school.

314.436.6464 Ext. 28
sandy@henningcommunications.com

 

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Michelle Krewet
Graphic Designer

Michelle grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication. Michelle's expertise in social media and web applications is a valuable asset in creating effective multi-platform communications tools for clients. Prior to joining the Henning Communications team, she worked as a graphic designer as part of the communications staff at a local church. When not at work, Michelle enjoys arts and crafts and spending time with her friends and family.

314.436.6464 Ext. 33
michellek@henningcommunications.com