Shazia Hasan
About Shazia Hasan
Shazia Hasan serves as the Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Bloq, where she oversees marketing strategies and communications. With a background in integrated brand-building across various sectors, she has held several positions in notable firms including Edelman and Chase.
Current Role at Bloq
Shazia Hasan serves as the Vice President of Communications and Marketing at Bloq, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of communications and marketing strategies. Her responsibilities include managing brand messaging and enhancing the company's visibility in the blockchain and fintech sectors. Hasan's leadership is integral to driving the company's marketing initiatives and fostering partnerships.
Previous Experience at Edelman
Shazia Hasan has extensive experience at Edelman, where she held multiple roles over a span of four years. She began as a Corporate Affairs Intern in 2015, followed by positions as an Assistant Account Executive, Senior Account Executive, and Account Supervisor. Her tenure at Edelman concluded in 2019, during which she developed skills in account management and client relations, contributing to various communication strategies.
Experience in Communications at Chase
Before joining Bloq, Shazia Hasan worked at Chase as Vice President of Communications from 2019 to 2021. In this role, she was responsible for managing communication strategies within the organization. Her work involved enhancing the company's public image and ensuring effective messaging across various platforms.
Educational Background
Shazia Hasan studied at Loyola University Chicago, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Digital and Visual Journalism. Additionally, she attended Grand Valley State University. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective communication and marketing in the digital landscape.
Internship Experience
Shazia Hasan gained valuable experience through various internships early in her career. She interned at NBC Chicago as a Target 5 Investigative Intern in 2012 and later at Res Publica Group and Weber Shandwick in 2015. These internships provided her with foundational skills in journalism, communications, and public relations, contributing to her professional development.