Megan Ryan
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Summary
Hi, I’m Megan Ryan, a communications professional with dual U.S. and U.K. citizenship. For the past four years, I’ve partnered with startups and global brands on media relations and strategic communications, helping technology-led companies across robotics, sustainability, infrastructure, and telecommunications shape narratives that cut through.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
San Jose
02.2024 - Current
- Managing day-to-day client communications, media outreach, and campaign execution across five integrated PR programs.
- Playing a leading role in media relations strategy and pitching, maintaining strong media contact networks, and providing counsel for spokespersons.
- Contributing to new business research efforts, and actively participating in new business presentations.
- Overseeing speaking and awards initiatives, and supporting abstracts and submissions.
- Drafting key communications materials (press releases, bylines, Q&A documents), and coordinating the reporting of coverage and competitive insights.
- Ensuring that my team and I monitor our clients' industry and report on significant news.
- Collaborating with senior leadership on account planning, project coordination, and workflow management.
- Mentoring and coaching junior staff on agency processes, tools, and media relations best practices.
- Overseeing the team in delivering all client projects, error-free, and reviewing these deliverables.
- Confidently updating clients on all areas of activity, ensuring the wider team is prepped with the relevant details.
Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
San Jose
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported day‑to‑day client communications, media outreach, and campaign execution across five intergrated PR programs.
- Contributed to media relations planning, building pitch lists, crafting narratives, and securing coverage opportunities.
- Secured media relationships on behalf of the client and the agency.
- Drafted press materials, speaker submissions, blog posts, social media content, and bylines.
- Conducted reporting, tracking media performance, and translating insights for clients.
Assistant Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
San Jose
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed and maintained media lists, reporter databases, and influencer contacts.
- Participated in client meetings, capturing notes and next steps accurately.
- Stayed informed on industry trends and cultural moments to inform creative ideas and strategies.
- Managed deadlines and oversaw client speaking and award trackers, drafted speaking and awards submissions.
- Executed clear communication and direction of client goals and overall business objectives to internal and external stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
San Jose State University
San Jose, California, CA05-2021
Skills
- Storytelling
- Client Relations
- Reporting
- Media Relations
- Campaign Execution
- Creative ideation
Timeline
Senior Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
02.2024 - Current
Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
02.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Account Executive
The Hoffman Agency
02.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
San Jose State University