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Anthony Harrison
Senior Director, Public Relations at Anaplan
Anthony Harrison is a prominent Boston University alumnus and communications professional with a distinguished career in corporate media relations and public affairs.
Professional Background:
He graduated from Boston University's College of Communication in 1981 and has since built an impressive career across several major tech and corporate communications roles:
Key Professional Positions:
- Director of Corporate Media Relations at Facebook (November 2017 - May 2020)
- Director of Public Relations + Analyst Relations at Microsoft Office (2008 - 2011)
- Vice President of Public Affairs at Starbucks Coffee Company (May 2003 - November 2004)
- Founder and Principal of Sprauve-Harrison Communications (2004 - 2017)
- Principal and Founder of Sprauve-Harrison Communications (January 2023 - Present)
Boston University Alumni Leadership: Harrison served as the President of the Boston University Alumni Association from July 2021 to June 2023. During his tenure, he was passionate about strengthening alumni connections and supporting current students.12 He is currently the Immediate Past President of the BU Alumni Association.
Notable Achievements:
- Led Facebook's $1B Affordable Housing Initiative public launch
- Developed Starbucks' corporate social responsibility communications
- Successfully launched Microsoft Office 2010 globally
- Conceived Facebook's first diversity website
- Co-led Facebook's global LGBTQ employee resource group
Harrison is also recognized as a Black, gay communicator who has been vocal about representation and diversity in his professional journey.3 He continues to be actively involved with Boston University, serving on the Boston University Alumni Council and supporting initiatives like the Alumni Association Scholarship.4
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