Meet your content & copy team

Oxford & Em’s writers, editors, and brand messaging experts are passionate about creating compelling copy — copy that shines through the noise of an overcrowded digital world with authenticity and style. Our core team executes the vast majority of projects, with help from a floating roster of other industry superstars.

Melissa Garretson

Melissa Garretson

Specialties:

  • Content strategy

  • Ad campaigns

  • Website copy

  • Blog posts

As a sought-after copy & content writer and editor with dedication to detail and an affinity for alliteration, I'm known for a near-psychic understanding of brand voice and a serious commitment to excellence, every time. Thanks to extensive experience in marketing and education, my specialty is crafting compelling copy that conveys information in an entertaining—and actionable—way.

Leigh Hensley

Leigh Hensley

Specialties:

  • eBooks

  • White papers

  • Voice of the Customer

With a background in administrative management and marketing consulting across multiple industries, Leigh fervently believes that great communication is the foundation for improving the customer experience, as well as elevating the brand voice of an organization. As a voice-of-the-customer researcher, she enjoys attentive listening, exploring unique information sources, and connecting insightful dots to create compelling content that engages readers.

Vanessa Rutkowski

Specialties:

  • Blog posts

  • Newsletters

  • Social media

Vanessa Rutkowski’s background in education and unwavering attention to detail perfectly position her to create compelling content.

As an integral member of our creative, hard-working, and busy team, Vanessa is known for expertly navigating several client voices and projects with grace and ease.

When she’s not crafting copy, Vanessa can be found reading, baking, and playing the flute in a community band. She lives outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin with her husband and two young children.

Shauna Wennerod

Specialties:

  • Content editing

  • Copyediting

Previously a teacher of English, Chinese, French, and math, Shauna’s love of language and literature and mathematical mind make her a perfect fit for editing. She approaches each piece with the goals of consistency, accuracy, and simply making it better.

Born and raised in West Virginia, the middle child of five Korean-American daughters, she has lived in Paris, Taiwan, San Francisco, Vermont, Boston, and New York City. She earned a BA in Comparative Literature from Brown University, an MA in East Asian Languages and Literatures from The Ohio State University, and an MA in English Education from Columbia University Teachers College.

  • “Collaborating with Oxford & Em has truly transformed my blog. While I had a substantial amount of content on my platform, I struggled to establish a cohesive format and optimize it with optimal SEO keywords. However, thanks to the expertise and passion of the team, this has all changed.

    Without question, partnering with these professionals has been seamless, enlightening, and enormously advantageous to driving traffic to my blog.”

    — April Remfrey, Remfrey Educational Consulting

  • “Melissa Garretson brings a rare blend of writing expertise, attention to detail, and strategic thinking to every project. She possesses an innate ability to transform complex ideas into clear, engaging, and impactful content. Whether tackling nuanced topics or creating content designed to captivate a broad audience, Melissa has the versatility and skill to deliver work that is not only informative but resonates deeply with readers.

    In addition to her technical skills, Melissa is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is communicative, collaborative, and brings a positive energy to every project. Her commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work, even under tight timeframes, has been invaluable.”

    — George McReynolds, Protective Wealthcare

  • “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Melissa for several years, and I continue to be consistently impressed by her expertise, work ethic, and her ability to craft compelling copy—no matter how dry or technical the subject matter. She truly has a gift for transforming complex concepts into engaging, relatable stories. Melissa is a copywriting wizard!

    Beyond her impressive writing skills, she brings a positive, can-do attitude to every project. She’s approachable, authentic, and has an innate ability to build strong, lasting relationships with both clients and colleagues alike. Melissa is a true team player and a breath of fresh air in any work environment.

    I highly recommend Melissa and her team at Ox & EM. If you’re looking for top-notch copywriting and a partner who will elevate your content, Melissa is the one to call!”

    — Kelly Herm, Brand Experience Leader

  • “When the project list gets heavy and timelines are tight, we often look to partners who can help us manage the load without burning out staff. The challenge is finding folks who operate as a seamless extension of our team.

    Oxford & Em not only fits the bill, they exceed it. From quickly grasping a brand voice to understanding the nuances of various tactics to flawless execution, we are able to continually meet and exceed our clients’ needs.”

    — Emily Shea, Stephan & Brady Strategic Marketing