Holly Fletcher

Holly Fletcher is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in journalism, strategic communications, and media product leadership.

With a career spanning various industries such as healthcare, finance, infrastructure, policy, and clean energy, Holly has developed a distinctive perspective on the convergence of industries, cultures, economics, and technology that shape our society.

She is passionate about the role of information as infrastructure and concerned about the long-term effects of misinformation in the modern news ecosystem.

Holly adopts a medium-agnostic and experimental approach to storytelling, constantly exploring innovative ways to communicate effectively across different platforms.

Her focus lies in understanding how people interact with information presently and in the future, leading her to design journalism experiments to observe the evolving audience engagement.

Driven by a 'chase the story' mentality, Holly has a history of reporting on intricate subjects like M&A, novel financing mechanisms, health and energy policies, and healthcare economics.

Her core motivation stems from a love for impactful storytelling that enriches the way individuals connect with information.

Adhering to a 'teach it forward' philosophy, Holly frequently shares her expertise with educational institutions and organizations, touching on topics such as technology and journalism, networking, and navigating the media landscape.

Currently, Holly is immersing herself in generative AI and media, with a strong emphasis on equitable representation.

Her educational background includes a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with a focus on nationalism and conflict studies from Northeastern University.

Throughout her career, Holly has held various positions such as Editorial Director, Director of Media Equity + Emerging Platforms, senior media strategist, journalist, and founder at organizations like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Gannett, Power Finance & Risk, Council on Foreign Relations, and The Boston Globe.

Her portfolio encompasses a rich array of experiences in media and communications, demonstrating her versatility and expertise in the field.