Loralei G. Coyle is the communications manager for the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life, and is responsible for the day-to-day management of media relations and events. Prior to joining the Pew Forum in 2008, Loralei was the communications director for the Institute on Religion & Democracy. While at IRD, she developed the communications strategy, managed a website redesign and organizational branding, and expanded a two-color newsletter into a full-color magazine. Loralei's expertise in issues of religion and public policy has shaped her career. She has worked with a variety of public policy organizations, including the Family Research Council, Competitive Enterprise Institute and the American Family Association of Texas.
Loralei has a bachelor's degree in communications and art from the University of North Texas.