Top Talent like Ryan 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.

Ryan Flinn

PR and Communications Specialist
Oakland, CA, US
Written Communication
Announcing
Content Creation
Article Writing
Communication
Newspapers
Content Management
Content Writing
Media Communications
Copywriting
Content Planning
Publicity
Media Writing
Interviewing
Blog Writing
Media Relations
Blogs
Content Development
Journalism
Persuasive Writing
Writing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Storyteller and Strategist Turning Complex Ideas into Clear Impact, with 25 Years of Experience in Journalism and Corporate Communications.
Strategic communications professional with over two decades of experience in journalism and corporate storytelling. I specialize in turning complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, particularly in biotech, healthcare and emerging technologies. Whether crafting op-eds, building media strategies, pitching reporters, building out social media content or shaping brand voices, I help clients make an impact. Outside of work, I’m a dad, a competitive fencer and history buff who loves exploring ancient myths and uncovering connections to modern culture.

Projects

McKesson 2024 Cell and Gene Therapy Report

Advancing the Future of Medicine Remarkable advancements in cell and gene therapy (CGT) – once considered science fiction – have become a clinical reality, providing life-changing care for people with serious diseases. With dozens of CGTs on the market and hundreds more in late-stage development, the potential to impact millions of patients is within reach. The 2024 Cell and Gene Therapy Report, by McKesson's InspiroGene group reviews where CGT stands today and its future trajectory, while exploring pain points and barriers to broader adoption and access. The report shares perspectives from experts across the industry, data from a survey of 124 oncologists about their use of CGT products, and a first-of-its-kind map illustrating the “CGT deserts” across the US. Most importantly, it outlines real solutions to the challenges facing CGTs and examines how the healthcare industry can work together to overcome these barriers to enable more advanced care for patients.See More

As Myeloma Trials Tackle Frontline Treatment, Where Are the Black Patients?

This feature cover story for the American Journal of Managed Care's Evidence-Based Oncology publication dives into the lack of diversity in multiple myeloma clinical trials and suggestions from experts and community advisers on improving the situation. See More

Virtual Patients, Real Results: How Digital Twins Are Reshaping Drug Development

This magazine article is an overview of the use of digital twins in healthcare and drug development, written for my client that is working in the space. See More

Work History

I

Founder

In Like Flinn CommunicationsFull-time EmployeeAs a communications consultant, I provide strategic advice and exemplary services to healthcare companies looking for media relations, social media strategy, content planning, internal communications and corporate branding. I also write articles as a freelance journalist for several medical journals.
K

VP, Head of Communications

Kriya TherapeuticsFull-time EmployeeJul 2022 - May 2023 • 11 mosOversaw all internal and external communications for this gene therapy company as it sought to increase its visibility as a leader in the field: updated the company branding and messaging; expanded social media presence; earned CEO placement in media and podcast episodes; drove employee engagement on intranet, newsletters and monthly town halls. Oversaw all internal and external communications for this gene therapy company as it sought to increase its visibility as a leader in the field: updated the company branding and messaging; expanded social media presence; earned CEO placement in media and podcast episodes; drove employee engagement on intranet, newsletters and monthly town halls.
R

Head of Communications

ResilienceFull-time EmployeeFeb 2021 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 5 mosI joined this fast-growing, high-profile company in its early stages, and rapidly established the communications function as Resilience expanded organically and through acquisitions. I guided the organization through a rebrand, launched and grew Resilience’s social media following, created multichannel content to tell the company’s story and built thought leadership platforms.
A

Senior Director Corporate Communications

Audentes TherapeuticsFull-time EmployeeMar 2020 - Feb 2021 • 1 yrHands-on communications work: guided the company through a significant clinical trial crisis; expanded thought leadership efforts for senior executives; managed social media presence across multiple platforms; helped with talent recruitment, disease awareness and reputation.
J

Innovation Communications Leader

Johnson & Johnson InnovationFull-time EmployeeJun 2016 - Mar 2020 • 3 yrs 10 mosLed communications efforts for J&J’s California Innovation Center: managed agency partners and teams to ensure content, press releases, conference attendances, speaking appearances and social media aligned with corporate strategy; launched several major media initiatives including a video series, podcasts and impact reports.
W

Director of Earned Media

W2O Group (now Real Chemistry)Full-time EmployeeMay 2013 - Jun 2016 • 3 yrs 2 mosAt W2O, I helped clients understand how the modern media operate, advised them on outreach strategy, and engaged the press on their behalf. I also guided clients through crises, product announcements, medical meetings, rebrandings, leadership changes, regulatory situations and other important milestones.
B

Reporter

Bloomberg NewsFull-time EmployeeFeb 2006 - May 2013 • 7 yrs 4 mosAs the west coast biotech reporter for Bloomberg News, I wrote about companies from the biggest drugmakers to the newest startups. My articles detail what the latest trends were in health and drug development, merger and acquisition news, corporate strategy as well as human interest stories. My features appeared in Businessweek as well as on Bloomberg TV, The San Francisco Chronicle and other outlets. Prior to joining the biotech beat, I wrote features and general news for Bloomberg.
M

Reporter

MergerMarketFull-time EmployeeJan 2004 - Jan 2006 • 2 yrs 1 moWrote about merger and acquisitions, corporate partnerships and strategic planning across several industries, including industrial, consumer and healthcare. Built a network of banking, analyst and corporate sources.
T

Business Editor

The Hour NewspapersFull-time EmployeeJan 2000 - Jan 2003 • 3 yrs 1 moRan the business section of the Hour Newspapers by covering local events, profiling community businesses as well as large corporations based in the region. Wrote articles for the daily paper as well as weekly sister papers and a monthly real estate insert. Managed freelance columnists, placed wire copy and was acting managing editor of the newspaper at times, directing coverage and placement. Was in charge during Sept. 11, 2001 and during 2002 east coast blackout.

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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Storyteller and Strategist Turning Complex Ideas into Clear Impact, with 25 Years of Experience in Journalism and Corporate Communications.
Strategic communications professional with over two decades of experience in journalism and corporate storytelling. I specialize in turning complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, particularly in biotech, healthcare and emerging technologies. Whether crafting op-eds, building media strategies, pitching reporters, building out social media content or shaping brand voices, I help clients make an impact. Outside of work, I’m a dad, a competitive fencer and history buff who loves exploring ancient myths and uncovering connections to modern culture.

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Top Talent like Ryan 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.

Ryan Flinn

PR and Communications Specialist
Oakland, CA, US
Written Communication
Announcing
Content Creation
Article Writing
Communication
Newspapers
Content Management
Content Writing
Media Communications
Copywriting
Content Planning
Publicity
Media Writing
Interviewing
Blog Writing
Media Relations
Blogs
Content Development
Journalism
Persuasive Writing
Writing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

McKesson 2024 Cell and Gene Therapy Report

Advancing the Future of Medicine Remarkable advancements in cell and gene therapy (CGT) – once considered science fiction – have become a clinical reality, providing life-changing care for people with serious diseases. With dozens of CGTs on the market and hundreds more in late-stage development, the potential to impact millions of patients is within reach. The 2024 Cell and Gene Therapy Report, by McKesson's InspiroGene group reviews where CGT stands today and its future trajectory, while exploring pain points and barriers to broader adoption and access. The report shares perspectives from experts across the industry, data from a survey of 124 oncologists about their use of CGT products, and a first-of-its-kind map illustrating the “CGT deserts” across the US. Most importantly, it outlines real solutions to the challenges facing CGTs and examines how the healthcare industry can work together to overcome these barriers to enable more advanced care for patients.

As Myeloma Trials Tackle Frontline Treatment, Where Are the Black Patients?

This feature cover story for the American Journal of Managed Care's Evidence-Based Oncology publication dives into the lack of diversity in multiple myeloma clinical trials and suggestions from experts and community advisers on improving the situation.

Virtual Patients, Real Results: How Digital Twins Are Reshaping Drug Development

This magazine article is an overview of the use of digital twins in healthcare and drug development, written for my client that is working in the space.

Work History

I

Founder

In Like Flinn CommunicationsFull-time EmployeeAs a communications consultant, I provide strategic advice and exemplary services to healthcare companies looking for media relations, social media strategy, content planning, internal communications and corporate branding. I also write articles as a freelance journalist for several medical journals.
K

VP, Head of Communications

Kriya TherapeuticsFull-time EmployeeJul 2022 - May 2023 • 11 mosOversaw all internal and external communications for this gene therapy company as it sought to increase its visibility as a leader in the field: updated the company branding and messaging; expanded social media presence; earned CEO placement in media and podcast episodes; drove employee engagement on intranet, newsletters and monthly town halls. Oversaw all internal and external communications for this gene therapy company as it sought to increase its visibility as a leader in the field: updated the company branding and messaging; expanded social media presence; earned CEO placement in media and podcast episodes; drove employee engagement on intranet, newsletters and monthly town halls.
R

Head of Communications

ResilienceFull-time EmployeeFeb 2021 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 5 mosI joined this fast-growing, high-profile company in its early stages, and rapidly established the communications function as Resilience expanded organically and through acquisitions. I guided the organization through a rebrand, launched and grew Resilience’s social media following, created multichannel content to tell the company’s story and built thought leadership platforms.
A

Senior Director Corporate Communications

Audentes TherapeuticsFull-time EmployeeMar 2020 - Feb 2021 • 1 yrHands-on communications work: guided the company through a significant clinical trial crisis; expanded thought leadership efforts for senior executives; managed social media presence across multiple platforms; helped with talent recruitment, disease awareness and reputation.
J

Innovation Communications Leader

Johnson & Johnson InnovationFull-time EmployeeJun 2016 - Mar 2020 • 3 yrs 10 mosLed communications efforts for J&J’s California Innovation Center: managed agency partners and teams to ensure content, press releases, conference attendances, speaking appearances and social media aligned with corporate strategy; launched several major media initiatives including a video series, podcasts and impact reports.
W

Director of Earned Media

W2O Group (now Real Chemistry)Full-time EmployeeMay 2013 - Jun 2016 • 3 yrs 2 mosAt W2O, I helped clients understand how the modern media operate, advised them on outreach strategy, and engaged the press on their behalf. I also guided clients through crises, product announcements, medical meetings, rebrandings, leadership changes, regulatory situations and other important milestones.
B

Reporter

Bloomberg NewsFull-time EmployeeFeb 2006 - May 2013 • 7 yrs 4 mosAs the west coast biotech reporter for Bloomberg News, I wrote about companies from the biggest drugmakers to the newest startups. My articles detail what the latest trends were in health and drug development, merger and acquisition news, corporate strategy as well as human interest stories. My features appeared in Businessweek as well as on Bloomberg TV, The San Francisco Chronicle and other outlets. Prior to joining the biotech beat, I wrote features and general news for Bloomberg.
M

Reporter

MergerMarketFull-time EmployeeJan 2004 - Jan 2006 • 2 yrs 1 moWrote about merger and acquisitions, corporate partnerships and strategic planning across several industries, including industrial, consumer and healthcare. Built a network of banking, analyst and corporate sources.
T

Business Editor

The Hour NewspapersFull-time EmployeeJan 2000 - Jan 2003 • 3 yrs 1 moRan the business section of the Hour Newspapers by covering local events, profiling community businesses as well as large corporations based in the region. Wrote articles for the daily paper as well as weekly sister papers and a monthly real estate insert. Managed freelance columnists, placed wire copy and was acting managing editor of the newspaper at times, directing coverage and placement. Was in charge during Sept. 11, 2001 and during 2002 east coast blackout.

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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