Sean Garrett

Sean Garrett is a communications and brand marketing expert with an extensive background in technology and communications. He is the Founder and Convener of Mixing Board, a community of nearly 200 brand and communications leaders who share knowledge and expertise.12

Professional Background

Early Career Highlights::

• Co-founded 463 Communications, the first firm bridging Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C.3
• Was Twitter's first communications VP and communications/marketing hire23
• Head of Communications at Listen.com, one of the first 25 employees at the startup3
• Worked on political campaigns, including a Lithuanian parliamentary election2

Career Trajectory

Garrett has consistently been at the forefront of technology industry trends. His professional journey includes:

• Co-founding Pramana Collective, a consultancy for communications leaders3
• Creating Mixing Board in 2020, a community platform for communications professionals12
• Serving as a strategic communications consultant and advisor3

Personal Motivation

From a young age, Garrett was passionate about communications. He dreamed of becoming a Press Secretary and would read newspapers extensively. He majored in Political Science with a focus on Communications and even missed his college graduation to work on a political campaign.2

Core Philosophy:: Garrett believes in elevating the communications industry by creating meaningful connections and sharing knowledge among professionals.2

Current Work

Through Mixing Board, he offers various services including:

• Mentorship programs
• Expert advisory sessions
• Talent sourcing
• Strategic consulting for organizations4

In 2019, he was named one of the top 25 innovators in communications by the Holmes Report.1