Annie Goeller
Chief Communications Officer
Annie Goeller serves as the Chief Communications Officer for the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC), where she leads internal and external communications efforts. Her work focuses on effectively sharing information with the public and media about IDOC facilities across the state.
Annie holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and began her career as a reporter, working her way up to senior reporter and managing editor. During her journalism career, she covered a wide range of topics, from breaking news to in-depth features.
In her current role, Annie is dedicated to showcasing the stories of the department, its facilities, and their impacts. She highlights IDOC’s role as a major employer, its contributions to education and workforce development for the incarcerated population, and its value as a community resource.
Mission
We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful reentry.
Vision
As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and Professionalism.
Brandi Pahl
Communications Director
Brandi Pahl is the Communications Director for the Indiana Department of Correction, where she manages the day-to-day operations and projects of the department’s Communications Division. She brings more than 16 years of media experience to the role, along with a strong background in public sector communications.
Prior to joining IDOC, Brandi served as Chief Communications Officer for the City of Indianapolis’s Department of Business and Neighborhood Services, where she oversaw internal and external communications for the city’s code enforcement and permitting offices, as well as Indianapolis Animal Care Services—the state’s largest municipal animal shelter.
Brandi holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from Indiana University East and is currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Marketing at Purdue Global.
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