Full-Time

VP – PR and Communications

Posted on 1/17/2025

Pendulum

Pendulum

11-50 employees

Healthcare risk management consulting services

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$285kAnnually

Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

This position is onsite, indicating that the candidate must work in the San Francisco office.

Category
Healthcare Administration & Support
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Communications
Data Analysis

You match the following Pendulum's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 15+ years of experience in PR and communications (preferably in high growth consumer companies, and ideally in health and wellness)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent leadership and cross-functional team building skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated history of executive leadership and interactions with the Board of Directors
  • Experience in communications and vision for IPO preparation and execution is a major plus
Responsibilities
  • Develop a communications strategy, and execute against that strategy, to elevate our brand and corporate narrative amongst different audiences and stakeholders including the media, key opinion leaders, investors, employees, etc.
  • Strategic Storytelling - Develop a compelling vision for our corporate narrative, identifying key misperceptions and establishing foundational story pillars for messaging.
  • Identify and leverage differentiated angles that set us apart from competitors, enhancing our visibility and credibility in different channels (media, events, activations, etc.)
  • Generate innovative communications strategies to capture attention and break through the clutter, ensuring our story stands out.
  • Leverage existing relationships with key reporters and editors across health, wellness, science, and business media to facilitate proactive pitching and story placement.
  • Communicate our narrative effectively to both technical/scientific audiences and consumer press, ensuring clarity, impact and results.
  • Maintain robust partnerships with agencies to flex resources according to specific communication needs.
  • Develop and implement crisis communication plans, ensuring timely and accurate messaging during high-pressure situations.
  • Serve as the primary spokesperson during crises, working closely with senior leadership to manage public perception and internal communications.
  • Monitor potential risk factors, preparing proactive strategies to mitigate the impact of future events.
  • Coordinate with crisis communications firms as necessary, ensuring a swift response when needed.
  • Engage with key opinion leaders, as well as political and governmental stakeholders to advocate for Pendulum’s agenda and influence relevant legislative initiatives.
  • Partner with trade organizations that share common interests in preventative healthcare and coverage, advancing our corporate social responsibility initiatives.
  • Work with CEO to share information within the org to align employees with corp strategy and identify opportunities to reinforce culture as we scale.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in communications and vision for IPO preparation and execution is a major plus

Pendulum specializes in risk management consulting for the healthcare industry, focusing on reducing professional liability exposure for various healthcare operations such as hospitals, aging services, and home health. The company offers a web-based enterprise risk management tool that assists organizations in optimizing their risk management strategies. Their services include risk control assessments, training, and desk-based consulting provided by experienced consultants. Unlike many competitors, Pendulum combines specialized consulting with data-driven reports and web-based tools tailored specifically for healthcare providers. The goal of Pendulum is to help healthcare organizations effectively manage and mitigate risks, ensuring safer operations and better patient care.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$26.1M

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

2012

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What believers are saying

  • Increasing consumer interest in personalized medicine boosts Pendulum's market potential.
  • Advancements in DNA sequencing enhance Pendulum's research and development capabilities.
  • FDA's clearer guidelines streamline Pendulum's product approval process.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven health solutions like Macro-Eyes.
  • Macro-Eyes' partnerships with influential organizations could overshadow Pendulum's offerings.
  • Rapid expansion of AI in healthcare may challenge Pendulum's market position.

What makes Pendulum unique

  • Pendulum Therapeutics focuses on microbiome science and DNA sequencing for therapy development.
  • The company holds 13 patents and 42 pending, showcasing strong intellectual property.
  • Pendulum's flagship product, Glucose Control, is clinically proven to lower blood sugar spikes.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Equity

Commuter Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

3%
Finsmes
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