I’m Sean Gannon, a content engine builder, narrative developer, executive adviser, and rapid‑response writer who helps companies navigate pivotal inflection points. Based in Hudson, New York, I partner with leadership teams to craft strategy, stories, and scalable content systems that accelerate growth. I’ve led AI content strategy and corporate storytelling at Evolution IQ, steered digital transformation communications at MetLife, and built global media relations and crisis communications programs for GE’s technology and energy divisions and other major clients. Through writing, editing, and high‑level communications work, I translate complex technology and business topics into clear, credible narratives that engage audiences, investors, and customers.

Sean Gannon

I’m Sean Gannon, a content engine builder, narrative developer, executive adviser, and rapid‑response writer who helps companies navigate pivotal inflection points. Based in Hudson, New York, I partner with leadership teams to craft strategy, stories, and scalable content systems that accelerate growth. I’ve led AI content strategy and corporate storytelling at Evolution IQ, steered digital transformation communications at MetLife, and built global media relations and crisis communications programs for GE’s technology and energy divisions and other major clients. Through writing, editing, and high‑level communications work, I translate complex technology and business topics into clear, credible narratives that engage audiences, investors, and customers.

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I’m Sean Gannon, a content engine builder, narrative developer, executive adviser, and rapid‑response writer who helps companies navigate pivotal inflection points. Based in Hudson, New York, I partner with leadership teams to craft strategy, stories, and scalable content systems that accelerate growth.

I’ve led AI content strategy and corporate storytelling at Evolution IQ, steered digital transformation communications at MetLife, and built global media relations and crisis communications programs for GE’s technology and energy divisions and other major clients. Through writing, editing, and high‑level communications work, I translate complex technology and business topics into clear, credible narratives that engage audiences, investors, and customers.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

AI Content Strategist & Senior Writer at EvolutionIQ
November 1, 2023 - October 23, 2025
Led all writing for an AI-powered insurance startup, shaping the content engine, executive communications, product narratives, and thought leadership. Drove rapid-response content and contributed to market positioning as the company grew toward an acquisition; EvolutionIQ was acquired in 2024 for $730M.
AVP, Digital Strategy & Communications Lead at MetLife
September 1, 2020 - October 23, 2025
Responsible for MetLife’s digital transformation storytelling, including AI, robotics, and advanced data analytics. Expanded scope in Nov. 2019 to include executive communications for the Head of Global Technology & Operations and a larger team.
Managing Director, Content at FTI Consulting
April 1, 2018 - October 23, 2025
Developed thought leadership content, websites, info graphics, op-eds, and videos. Managed clients including Allstate, Con Edison, Chevron, Credit Suisse, Delta, Exxon, General Electric, Gov. of Puerto Rico, Novartis, Pfizer, Under Armour; led a team of content professionals.
Business Editor at The New York Post
February 1, 2009 - October 23, 2025
Recruited back to lead a staff of reporters, columnists, and editors to produce the daily Business section; directed daily editing and storytelling.
Director, Corporate and Business Communications at Roche
August 1, 2004 - October 23, 2025
Wrote all communications for the North American CEO; traveled with the CEO to provide on-site support for speaking engagements.
Senior Manager, Executive Communications at Philip Morris
November 1, 2003 - October 23, 2025
Wrote all communications for the US CEO; provided on-location support for speaking engagements. Led the launch of PM USA’s first company website addressing addiction, cancer, and other key issues.
Reporter & Assistant Editor, Page Six at The New York Post
August 1, 1998 - October 23, 2025
Reported, wrote, and edited multiple stories daily on entertainment, business, and politics as a bylined columnist for Page Six.
Senior News Editor at McCall’s American Media (Star, People, Ocean Drive, etc.)
March 1, 2007 - October 23, 2025
Wrote and edited 8–10 pages of news and feature content weekly; contributed to the relaunch strategy for Star magazine.
AI Content Strategist & Senior Writer at Evolution IQ
November 1, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Led all writing for the AI startup that rapidly became a leader in handling complex bodily injury insurance claims; the company was acquired in 2024 for $730M.
AVP, Digital Strategy Communications Lead at MetLife
September 1, 2020 - October 24, 2025
Responsible for MetLife’s digital transformation story (AI, robotics, advanced data analytics). In November 2019, the role expanded to include 4 director reports and responsibility for executive communications for the Head of Global Technology and Operations, MetLife’s largest division.
Managing Director, Content at FTI Consulting
April 1, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Developed thought leadership content, websites, infographics, Op-Eds, and videos; clients included Allstate, Con Edison, Chevron, Credit Suisse, Delta, Exxon, General Electric.
Business Editor at The New York Post
February 1, 2009 - October 24, 2025
Returned to The New York Post after eight years to lead a staff of 15 reporters, columnists and editors to produce the daily Business section.
Director, Corporate and Business Communications at Roche
August 1, 2004 - October 24, 2025
Wrote all communications for the North American CEO; traveled with the CEO to provide on-location support for speaking engagements.

Education

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship in International Politics at University of Minnesota
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in English (Summa Cum Laude) at Transylvania University
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship - Graduate studies in international politics at University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, MN
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
B.A., English, summa cum laude at Transylvania University — Lexington, KY
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025

Qualifications

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship in International Politics
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025
Thomas Jefferson Scholarship (Full Tuition/Room & Board)
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education, Government, Healthcare, Energy & Utilities, Software & Internet