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Samantha Van Gent

Marketing & Communications

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When I collaborate with a founder, I'm energized by their passion for driving meaningful change and their commitment to building a sustainable and enduring company. I have always enjoyed working in communications, helping innovators navigate the complex world of PR, from strategizing how to tell compelling stories within ever-changing news cycles to nailing the tactics of executing a robust announcement.

I kick-started my career in the fast-paced world of public relations agencies, where I played a pivotal role in shaping communication strategies for startups, VC firms, and corporate giants. With a diverse clientele that included household names as well as up-and-coming innovators, I honed my skills across a spectrum of industries. I eventually found my drive in startup PR, working closely with founders as they grasped the importance of clear messaging and the power of building relationships with the press.

There is no better feeling than to get a note from a founder on how a story helped them hire new team members or how a well-positioned quote got picked up on social media or led to an invitation to speak at a conference. I’m so grateful to be on their journey and enjoy celebrating all of their PR wins.

Outside of work, I can be found hiking in Marin, planning my family’s next travel adventure, or happily hunting down the newest gems in San Francisco’s culinary scene.

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