Gianna FazioLiu
Director of Communications
Communications
Responsibilities
As Director of Communications for the Berkeley Lab’s Advanced Light Source, Gianna plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the facility’s communications strategies. She establishes the facility’s communications priorities and leads their implementation, ensuring that ALS’s cutting-edge research and capabilities are effectively showcased to a diverse set of audiences, including current and potential users from institutions worldwide, the Department of Energy, other light source facilities, and the general public. She also plays a key role in internal communications and in developing strategies to attract new user communities to the facility.
Biographical Information
Pronouns: she/they
Education:
- MA in Sustainability and Soil Science, Chatham University
- BS in Environmental and Earth Sciences, University of Michigan
Before joining ALS, Gianna managed Communications and Development at Hidden Villa, an educational non-profit and California certified organic farm. She also led communications and outreach efforts at the City and County of San Francisco’s Department of Environment, where she managed a team that raised awareness about climate, energy, and zero waste policies among the public, businesses, and K-12 schools.
Gianna brings a wealth of experience in science communication and public relations to her position. she combines her expertise in storytelling with a passion for science. Her career reflects a commitment to bridging the gap between scientific advancements and public knowledge, ensuring that the impactful work of the ALS is recognized and understood.