Mary Ahkin
Contact
- mkahles@mtu.edu
- Academic Office Building 107
- College Marketing and Communications Manager, University Marketing and Communications
Biography
A sustainability-focused marketing and communications professional, Mary blends creative strategy with compelling storytelling to share the achievements and impact of the communities she serves. She thrives on crafting cross-platform content that connects audiences, builds engagement, and strengthens brand identity. Her skill set spans digital media, campaign strategy, and community outreach, with volunteer contributions to Surfrider Northern Michigan, Great Lakes Trout Unlimited and others. She is proud to call Michigan Tech and the Keweenaw Peninsula home.
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About Mary
- A sustainability-focused marketing and communications professional, Mary blends creative storytelling with strategic brand development to engage diverse audiences.
- A lifelong Great Lakes resident and Michigan Tech enthusiast, she has led marketing initiatives for tech startups, nonprofits, and small businesses—specializing in digital content creation, cross-platform campaigns, and community engagement.
- Outside of work, her photography and media capture the landscapes, lifestyles, and stories of northern Michigan. An avid surfer, skier, and sailor, she can often be found on Lake Superior, in the backcountry, or exploring new coastlines with her spouse and pup.
Recent Stories
WMTU: Business Meets Broadcasting at 91.9 FM
Founded in 1956 as WVRW, "Voice of Radio Wadsworth," WMTU is one of Michigan Tech's longest-running student-led organizations. The University-owned station, which still broadcasts from the basement of Wadsworth Hall, is operated by students and community volunteers with a passion for live radio. The mic at WMTU is open to anyone with a story and a soundtrack. DJs delve into a diverse range of genres, from Japanoise to Math Rock to Dungeon Synth. This fall, the station lineup features a trio from the College of Business, including Teaching Professor Roger Woods and students Veronica Frystak and Colten Baran. Read More