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I’m Emily Sakamoto, a senior PR and communications leader with 10+ years of experience driving brand reputation, executive visibility, and business growth for B2B clients across AI, financial services, fintech, energy, and wealth management. My journalism background brings credibility, precision, and strong media instincts to high-impact communications. I excel at crisis management, executive positioning, and cross-functional partnership, leading global teams to deliver consistent results. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to shape strategic narratives, manage reputational risk, and elevate brand presence across regions. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring junior team members and contributing to industry events.…I’m Emily Sakamoto, a senior PR and communications leader with 10+ years of experience driving brand reputation, executive visibility, and business growth for B2B clients across AI, financial services, fintech, energy, and wealth management. My journalism background brings credibility, precision, and strong media instincts to high-impact communications. I excel at crisis management, executive positioning, and cross-functional partnership, leading global teams to deliver consistent results. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to shape strategic narratives, manage reputational risk, and elevate brand presence across regions. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring junior team members and contributing to industry events.

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I’m Emily Sakamoto, a senior PR and communications leader with 10+ years of experience driving brand reputation, executive visibility, and business growth for B2B clients across AI, financial services, fintech, energy, and wealth management. My journalism background brings credibility, precision, and strong media instincts to high-impact communications. I excel at crisis management, executive positioning, and cross-functional partnership, leading global teams to deliver consistent results. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to shape strategic narratives, manage reputational risk, and elevate brand presence across regions. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring junior team members and contributing to industry events.…I’m Emily Sakamoto, a senior PR and communications leader with 10+ years of experience driving brand reputation, executive visibility, and business growth for B2B clients across AI, financial services, fintech, energy, and wealth management. My journalism background brings credibility, precision, and strong media instincts to high-impact communications. I excel at crisis management, executive positioning, and cross-functional partnership, leading global teams to deliver consistent results. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to shape strategic narratives, manage reputational risk, and elevate brand presence across regions. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring junior team members and contributing to industry events.

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I’m Emily Sakamoto, a senior PR and communications leader with 10+ years of experience driving brand reputation, executive visibility, and business growth for B2B clients across AI, financial services, fintech, energy, and wealth management. My journalism background brings credibility, precision, and strong media instincts to high-impact communications. I excel at crisis management, executive positioning, and cross-functional partnership, leading global teams to deliver consistent results.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to shape strategic narratives, manage reputational risk, and elevate brand presence across regions. Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring junior team members and contributing to industry events.

Skills

Copywriting

Branding

Experience Level

Copywriting

Expert

Branding

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Account Director at Aspectus Group

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Acted as senior strategic advisor to global financial services, energy, and technology clients. Led integrated communications programs including earned media, thought leadership, and executive positioning. Managed and mentored 8-10 account teams globally while ensuring consistent delivery and client satisfaction. Supported agency growth through new business participation.

Pageant Media Editor at Pageant Media

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Led monthly publication of Fund Operations magazine across print and digital platforms. Authored daily coverage of investment management operations and technology trends. Built deep subject matter expertise across financial services, technology, and investments. Managed and mentored junior reporters. Organized industry events, moderated panels, and hosted awards programs.

Senior Account Manager

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Managed day-to-day client communications and global media outreach programs. Developed strategic content including press releases and bylines. Acted as a trusted client partner, ensuring seamless execution and proactive counsel.

Account Manager

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Built and maintained strong media relations with top-tier and trade media. Executed earned media PR campaigns in alignment with client objectives and timelines.

Senior Account Executive

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Supported large-scale media outreach initiatives. Coordinated press activity in alignment with global events and announcement calendars.

Senior PR & Comms Director at Hawk

April 1, 2025 - Present

Own and lead global PR and comms strategy for an AI-native regtech firm operating in regulated financial markets. Drive brand visibility and credibility across key regions. Build executive presence through media engagement, thought leadership, social media, and strategic storytelling. Partner cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Executive teams to align with go-to-market priorities. Advise leadership on narrative development, reputational risk, and external positioning.

Editor at Pageant Media

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Led monthly publication of Fund Operations magazine across print and digital platforms; Authored daily coverage of investment management operations and technology trends; Built deep subject matter expertise across financial services, technology, and investments; Managed and mentored junior reporters; Organized industry events, moderated panels, and hosted awards programs.

Senior Account Manager at Pageant Media

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Managed day-to-day client communications and global media outreach programs; Developed strategic content including press releases and bylines; Acted as a trusted client partner, ensuring seamless execution and proactive counsel.

Account Manager at Pageant Media

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Built and maintained strong media relations with top-tier and trade media; Executed earned media PR campaigns in alignment with client objectives and timelines.

Senior Account Executive at Pageant Media

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Supported large-scale media outreach initiatives; Coordinated press activity in alignment with global events and announcement calendars.