Ryan Donegan

Brand & Communications Leader

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Hi, I'm Ryan. I am a builder.

I’ve created and led communications, brand campaigns and product launches for several of the world’s largest brands - like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video (global), Roku, CLIF Bar, Facebook Messenger, Adobe and more. 

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I've had the fortune to work directly with some of the US's top business leaders who valued my ability to own priority initiatives and drive forward cross-functional groups. Check out some of my work below...

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EXPIERENCE AND EXPERTISE

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Corporate Communications

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Entertainment & Publicity

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Technology Communications

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Brand Building 

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Global Communications

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Consumer Communications

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Creative Production

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Project Management

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Intergrated Marketing

Corporate Communications

CLIF Bar & Company CEO Kevin Cleary

Kevin Cleary, CEO of CLIF Bar, oversees the     company's largest new product launch   

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Jason Mackenzie, HTC America President, and Peter Chou , HTC Founder and CEO, address press

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Jeffrey Katzenberg, Quibi Founder, and Meg Whitman, Quibi CEO, at Fortune's Brainstorm Tech

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David Marcus, VP of Messaging Products, addresses Facebook's F8 Developer Conference

I know how to effectively build and use

corporate communications as a business tool to achieve larger, overall company objectives.

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My corporate experience spans across technology, consumer products and entertainment businesses.

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Entertainment & Publicity

 
 

I've overseen and led marketing and publicity campaigns for 60+ original series and films from Hollywood's top creative talent, working with some of the biggest stars in the world. Below are a few notable highlights:

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Technology Communications

My roots are deep in consumer technology.

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From smartphones and wearables, to software and  partnerships, I've led communications teams and programs that get new technologies the attention of consumers and recognition from press.

 

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Brand Building 

I am passionate about creating and amplifying brands.

I've helped Netflix build new audiences and narratives... 

Adobe deepen bonds

with the creative community...

...and Microsoft's Internet Explorer court millennials. 

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Consumer Communications

I know how to reach consumers. Whether it be a new product, awareness campaign or simply surprising and delighting your people, I know how to create communications campaigns that reach your target.

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I specialize in using data driven insights to create consumer campaigns and

plugging brands into cultural moments and conversations.

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Team Leadership &

Project Management

I get it done.

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On projects large and small, I have the ability to look across all business functions and see the larger picture. I thrive in fast paced environments, embrace ambiguity and enjoy motivating and building teams.

 

Experience:

  • Managed budgets from $100K to $10M

  • Built and managed national & global teams  

  • Led company priorities, outlining milestones and KPIs 

  • Led presentations, team meetings, all hands and more

  • Spearheaded year long strategic planning

  • Managed direct reports  

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Creative Production

I know the ins and outs of creative production.

 

From creating a local newspaper and news promotions, to generating major entertainment trailers,

outdoor billboards and social campaigns, I can manage creatives to produce stunning multimedia assets.

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Global Communications

I have succesfully built and managed international communications teams.

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Integrated Marketing

I've quarterbacked dozens of integrated marketing campaigns. 

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I have hands on experience working with all marketing and product functions to

create marketing that fires on all cylinders and truly makes an impact. 

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Contact Ryan

Thanks for reaching out!