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Patryck Allen
VP Analyst, Communications Chief of Research
Patryck Allen is the Chief of Research in Gartner's Communications Practice. In this role, Dr. Allen writes research and advises Heads of Communications and their leadership teams on the most strategic Communications decisions. As Chief of Research, Patryck leads Gartner's Communications research agenda across all Communicaitons relevant topics, including External Communications, Internal Communications, Communications Technology, Content and Channels, and Communications Leadership & Functional Management. Patryck has 14 years of business and technology insights experience at CEB and Gartner, across IT, Marketing and Communications.
Previous experience
Dr. Allen has five years of experience working with CIOs on key strategic challenges, specializing in IT Strategic Planning, IT Service Management, Road mapping, and Information Risk.
He has Strategy Consulting experience; predominantly helping organizations develop growth strategies and manage commercial due diligence through M&A.
Professional background
KPMG, Manager, 1 years
CEB, Senior Executive Advisor, 5 years
Areas of coverage
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Communications Leadership and Collaboration
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Internal Communications
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External Communications
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Executive Leadership
Education
Ph.D., Chemistry
Bachelor of Science, With Honors 1
Graduate Certificate, International Business
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
Developing highly effective strategic communications strategies and plans
Defining and activating the corporate identity and brand from both internal and external perspectives
Brand and reputation management
Measuring and reporting on Communications impact & effectiveness
Future of the Communicatiions function