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GoFundMe

Global Head of Strategic Partnerships & Philanthropy

Global Head of Communications

GoFundMe.org

Managing Director

YouTube

Global Head of YouTube Kids Communications; Consumer and Broadcast Lead, YouTube Red Originals; Social PR

* Pitched and secured top tier press for company, CEO and execs, as well as YT stars. Awarded Peer Bonus
* Oversaw and implemented global communications strategy for YouTube Kids including launching as YT’s first standalone vertical app, as well as international launches. Awarded Spot and Peer Bonuses
*Created and executed consumer PR plan for YouTube Red Originals, including launch. Awarded Peer Bonus
* Developed creative and strategic PR plan for YT’s 10th birthday with internal and external components, and interviews with CEO and YouTube stars. Awarded Peer Bonus
* Conducted media training for execs, as well as partners, third parties, and YT stars
* Liaised with internal key stakeholders, in addition to external talent, third parties, and partners on PR campaign strategies and messages
* Developed first social PR plan working with XFN social teams and agencies to amplify PR moments
* On leadership teams for internal groups such as YT Culture Club and Steering Committee for Women@YouTube.
*Served as PR lead, developing and executing strategy, budget, and outreach with cross-functional teams

Head of Consumer & Broadcast Communications

Google

Hired to help build first consumer PR team at Google, developing lifestyle narratives and securing media coverage in consumer outlets around Android, Chrome, Search, Maps, and YouTube. Awarded Spot and Peer Bonuses

Consumer Communications

Susan Magrino Agency

Provided strategic counsel and oversaw all functions of accounts for top agency clients and iconic global brands
Main client: Martha Stewart (personal and brand PR)
Additional clients included: Moet Hennessy (Chandon, Newton, Numanthia); Macy's; Mario Batali; Smithsonian; Ricky Lauren; Harry Slatkin; Colin Cowie; Chef Charles Phan; Sandals; Pratt Institute; Julie Loria; The Home Depot; PetSmart, as well as others

- Secured top tier media and feature placements across media platforms and networks
- Developed and executed strategic public relations, integrated marketing and digital marketing plans, including securing top tier media appearances, media events, and photo shoots
- Managed social media strategy for clients; collaborated with digital agency and client’s in­-house teams
- Oversaw day­-to­-day client activities including: research, planning, implementation and evaluating public relations activities, while managing budgets, deadlines and client records
- Collaborated with c­-suite to execute and present new business development materials to potential clients and cultivated key client relationships
- Directly managed a team of six

Account Director

Penguin Random House

Developed communications strategies, media relations and PR plans to secure press coverage, increase awareness and elevate RHCB’s profile, its imprints, authors, and titles for 35+ new titles each year
- Planned, organized, and executed national tours for New York Times bestselling authors, blog tours, pre­-pub buzz tours, media dinners, author signings, and industry events. Pitched and secured national, regional, and niche media. Wrote press material for titles, as well as trade and company stories
- Met with executive group, including president, publishers, and SVPs, to strategize and develop new initiatives.
- Managed and oversaw a staff of three; supported the Director with an additional staff of five

Publicity Manager, Random House Children's Books

Publicist, Random House Audio 

Sterling Publishing

Publicist

Kelly Galvin is a seasoned executive with 20 years of experience in communications, partnerships, and philanthropy. With a diverse background spanning tech, publishing, philanthropy, and consumer brands, she has successfully built and led functions at GoFundMe, Google, YouTube, Random House, and PR agencies. Kelly's unique perspective, combined with her creative and strategic thinking, makes her a valuable connector of ideas and people

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