Anna-Marie Rooney
Vice President, Communications at Gladstone Institutes
- Role
- Vice President Communications at Gladstone Institutes
- Location
- San Diego, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Anna-Marie Rooney
Strategic communications leader with 30+ years of experience driving brand visibility, engagement, and impact across philanthropic, public affairs, and mission-driven organizations. I partner with executives and teams to shape narratives that inform, inspire, and activate audiences—from internal stakeholders to the global public.Skilled in turning complexity into clarity, navigating change with confidence, and leading high-performing teams. I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset to every challenge.Passionate about work that makes a difference. Focused on purpose, people, and progress.Core strengths:Executive communications | Media & PR strategy | Crisis & issues management | Brand & reputation | Internal comms | Social & digital strategy | CSR | Cross-functional leadership
Experience
Vice President Communications
Aug 2023 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US
As Vice President of Communications at Gladstone Institutes, I lead strategic communications efforts to elevate the organization’s visibility, support its scientific mission, and foster meaningful engagement with diverse audiences. My role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including: Shaping and executing integrated communication strategies that reflect Gladstone’s leadership in biomedical research and its commitment to solving the world’s most challenging diseases.Overseeing media relations, brand management, digital strategy, and executive communications to ensure consistency, clarity, and impact across all channels.Collaborating with scientists and leadership to translate complex discoveries into compelling stories that resonate with the public, policymakers, donors, and the broader scientific community.Guiding crisis communication and internal communication to align messaging and support an inclusive, informed organizational culture.Leading a talented communications team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and storytelling that drives scientific understanding and societal impact.With a deep belief in the power of science communication to inspire change, I’m proud to help advance Gladstone’s mission and share the groundbreaking work of its researchers with the world.
Education
University of Denver
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
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