Parenteau Graves Communications was formed in 1993. Since then, we have provided a broad array of communication services for numerous Minnesota clients. Our clients range from theaters to educational organizations to social service agencies. We have worked with established companies and start-up organizations, with large and small budgets, with diverse staff and boards.
Kathy Graves
Prior to the formation of Parenteau Graves Communications, Kathy served as marketing and public relations director for The Minnesota Opera and Virginia Opera, and on the staff of U.S. Senator Gary Hart. She was the arts writer for the Southwest Journal for seven years, during which time she received the Minnesota Newspaper Award for best feature writing. Kathy co-wrote and edited the new edition of Indians in Minnesota, published by the University of Minnesota Press in January 2007. Kathy also teaches news writing and editing at Metro State University. She has a degree in political science and English from Colorado College, and serves on the boards of the Friends of the Minneapolis Public Library and PACER Center.
Brigitte Parenteau
Brigitte served as associate marketing director for The Minnesota Opera and marketing director for Penumbra Theatre Company prior to forming Parenteau Graves. She has a degree in French and political science from the University of Wisconsin, with graphic design training from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. She has served on the boards of the League of Women Voters of Minneapolis and the League of Women Voters of Minnesota Action Committee as well as having volunteered with Allina Hospice Care and City House.