Katja Gagen

Location: Redwood City, CA, USA.
Katja Gagen is a Fractional CMO for hire - CMO Index

Professional Overview:

I am a high-energy marketing, public relations and communications leader with 20+ years of success driving business transformation and leading strategic initiatives in technology and investment firms. Built marketing and communications at VC/PE from the ground up and led function to stellar performance. Launched and helped companies scale from startups to public companies.

Professional Highlights

💡Key skills

Marketing, PR, Communications & Community Developed and implemented integrated marketing and communication strategies, driving brand awareness, engagement, and social media growth. Created programs/events to build founder and C-level community. Internal & Executive Communications: Developed top-rated content from initial narratives to mainstage keynotes, demos, customer briefings and analyst presentations to investors, entrepreneurs across B2B and B2C companies, and Fortune 500 companies. Engaged and inspired employees with storytelling, digital communities, and events (town halls, AGMs, functional offsites, leadership forums). Business & Financial Acumen: Expert in strategic planning, execution, and financial management, leading marketing and communications functions with small to million-dollar budgets and supporting companies toward substantial revenue growth.

📜 Previous notable roles

Operating Partner, VP and Head Marketing and Communications at VC/PE firms, including General Catalyst, Technology Crossover Ventures, Playground Global, Warburg Pincus. Led external communications and analyst relations at Brex

🔧 Service types offered

Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Social Media, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Analyst Relations

🏭 Industry specializations

Technology, Fintech, B2B, SaaS, Automation, Infrastructure, AI

📅 Availability

May 1, 2024

🌎 Languages

English, German, French

💵 Rates

Retainer based or hourly rate depending on the scope of the project or work

📝 Additional info

As an experienced strategic communications leader, I've been the driving force behind successful branding, executive communications, and media initiatives. I bring a unique blend of professionalism and approachability to the table, making complex tech concepts relatable through effective storytelling.

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