Top Talent like Alayna are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Alayna Francis, MBA

PR and Communications Specialist
London, England, GB
Strategic Communications
Social Media Communications
Media Communications
Messaging Strategy
Business Development
Global Marketing
Content Strategy
Brand Management
Growth Marketing
Integrated Marketing
Marketing
Written Communication
Communication
Public Relations
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Global Corporate Communications and Startup Advisor
With an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Baruch College and a BA in English from Hofstra University, this accomplished professional has built a robust career in corporate communications and strategic advisory roles. Currently serving as the Global Head of Corporate Communications at Fitch Group, they are responsible for enhancing the company's global reputation. As a Startup Advisor and International Scout Advisory Board Member at HearstLab, they provide strategic guidance to early-stage, women-led startups. Previously, they held leadership roles at Liquidnet, IG, and Mercer, where they developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies, advised C-suite executives, and led crisis communication efforts. As a founding member of Chief, they contributed to leadership development initiatives. Their expertise spans across media relations, PR strategy, and business development, making them a valuable asset in driving growth and enhancing market positioning for organizations worldwide.

Work History

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Startup Advisor, HearstLab International Scout Advisory Board Member, HearstLab Scout

HearstLabProviding strategic advice on business development, communications, and go-to-market strategies to HearstLab startups. Selected as one of ten International Scout Advisory Board Members for HearstLab, an investor in early stage, women-led startups. Help to spearhead the HearstLab Scouts, a global community comprising more than 160 accomplished women executives representing Hearst's network of 360+ businesses. Provide strategic guidance and industry expertise across HearstLab’s portfolio of 60+ startups to help early-stage businesses grow. Collaborate with founders to develop growth strategies, optimize operations, and enhance market positioning. Assisting in the evaluation process for potential HearstLab investments (pre-seed and seed) and advising HearstLab teams on business and marketing strategy best practices.
F

Global Head of Corporate Communications

Fitch Group, Inc.Leading corporate communications for Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to enhance the company's reputation and stakeholder engagement.
C

Founding Member

ChiefJan 2023 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosLeadership and development organisation aimed at supporting lifelong career enhancement.
L

Interim Global Head of Marketing and Communications (mat leave cover)

LiquidnetDec 2023 - Feb 2024 • 3 mosContract role leading communications for this leading technology-driven agency execution specialist.
I

Global Head of Media Relations

IGJul 2021 - Oct 2023 • 2 yrs 4 mosDeveloped and led the company’s group-level, multi-channel communications strategy for corporate, consumer, sustainability, and ESG programs. Acted as a trusted media advisor to the C-suite, collaborated with Investor Relations team on messaging and strategy, and led all crisis communications processes globally.
M

Global PR Leader, Global Wealth PR Leader, US Wealth PR Leader

MercerJan 2015 - Jun 2021 • 6 yrs 6 mosOversaw public relations globally for the company’s lines of business by developing an integrated communications strategy. Worked as a trusted advisor to senior executives, oversaw PR strategy and tactics for high profile events, and developed a PR-linked social media strategy. Increased media coverage and secured new business leads through relevant PR coverage.

Education

B

Baruch College

MBA, Finance and marketing concentration2009
H

Hofstra University

BA, English

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Global Corporate Communications and Startup Advisor
With an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Baruch College and a BA in English from Hofstra University, this accomplished professional has built a robust career in corporate communications and strategic advisory roles. Currently serving as the Global Head of Corporate Communications at Fitch Group, they are responsible for enhancing the company's global reputation. As a Startup Advisor and International Scout Advisory Board Member at HearstLab, they provide strategic guidance to early-stage, women-led startups. Previously, they held leadership roles at Liquidnet, IG, and Mercer, where they developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies, advised C-suite executives, and led crisis communication efforts. As a founding member of Chief, they contributed to leadership development initiatives. Their expertise spans across media relations, PR strategy, and business development, making them a valuable asset in driving growth and enhancing market positioning for organizations worldwide.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Alayna are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Alayna Francis, MBA

PR and Communications Specialist
London, England, GB
Strategic Communications
Social Media Communications
Media Communications
Messaging Strategy
Business Development
Global Marketing
Content Strategy
Brand Management
Growth Marketing
Integrated Marketing
Marketing
Written Communication
Communication
Public Relations
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

H

Startup Advisor, HearstLab International Scout Advisory Board Member, HearstLab Scout

HearstLabProviding strategic advice on business development, communications, and go-to-market strategies to HearstLab startups. Selected as one of ten International Scout Advisory Board Members for HearstLab, an investor in early stage, women-led startups. Help to spearhead the HearstLab Scouts, a global community comprising more than 160 accomplished women executives representing Hearst's network of 360+ businesses. Provide strategic guidance and industry expertise across HearstLab’s portfolio of 60+ startups to help early-stage businesses grow. Collaborate with founders to develop growth strategies, optimize operations, and enhance market positioning. Assisting in the evaluation process for potential HearstLab investments (pre-seed and seed) and advising HearstLab teams on business and marketing strategy best practices.
F

Global Head of Corporate Communications

Fitch Group, Inc.Leading corporate communications for Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to enhance the company's reputation and stakeholder engagement.
C

Founding Member

ChiefJan 2023 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosLeadership and development organisation aimed at supporting lifelong career enhancement.
L

Interim Global Head of Marketing and Communications (mat leave cover)

LiquidnetDec 2023 - Feb 2024 • 3 mosContract role leading communications for this leading technology-driven agency execution specialist.
I

Global Head of Media Relations

IGJul 2021 - Oct 2023 • 2 yrs 4 mosDeveloped and led the company’s group-level, multi-channel communications strategy for corporate, consumer, sustainability, and ESG programs. Acted as a trusted media advisor to the C-suite, collaborated with Investor Relations team on messaging and strategy, and led all crisis communications processes globally.
M

Global PR Leader, Global Wealth PR Leader, US Wealth PR Leader

MercerJan 2015 - Jun 2021 • 6 yrs 6 mosOversaw public relations globally for the company’s lines of business by developing an integrated communications strategy. Worked as a trusted advisor to senior executives, oversaw PR strategy and tactics for high profile events, and developed a PR-linked social media strategy. Increased media coverage and secured new business leads through relevant PR coverage.

Education

B

Baruch College

MBA, Finance and marketing concentration2009
H

Hofstra University

BA, English

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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