William Gunn

William Gunn is a communications professional with extensive experience in strategic communications, brand narrative, and content creation. He is currently working as a Senior Director Communications in a self-employed capacity since April 2023.1

Career Highlights

Previous Roles::

• Head of Communications at Quora (March 2021 - March 2023)
• Director of Scholarly Communications at Elsevier (April 2013 - January 2021)

Key Achievements::

• At Quora, he designed the communication strategy and led communications for the company, securing positive coverage for product launches and growing NPS by 10%.1
• At Elsevier, he managed external PR agencies, led engagement with professional societies, and handled media relations.1

Expertise

William Gunn specializes in:

• Product communications
• Community development
• Integrated content programs
• Multi-channel campaigns
• Media relations
• Brand equity management

Background

With over 14 years of experience, Gunn has focused on helping companies tell their stories and fostering conversations on mission and purpose. He has a unique ability to translate corporate values into resonant messages and distill community sentiment into actionable product insights.1

Education

William Gunn holds a degree from Tulane University.1

Current Work

As a self-employed Senior Director Communications, Gunn works with various clients, including organizations in AI safety and food security.1 He continues to leverage his expertise in creative thought leadership, communications strategy, and brand narrative to assist organizations in effectively telling their stories and engaging with their communities.