Molly Blaauw Gillis
About Molly Blaauw Gillis
Molly Blaauw Gillis serves as the Partner and Chief of Staff at General Catalyst, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in communications and leadership roles, and actively promotes inclusion in her community through her work with the LGBTQIA+ Rainbow Commission.
Current Role at General Catalyst
Molly Blaauw Gillis serves as Partner and Chief of Staff at General Catalyst since 2022. In this role, she engages in strategic prioritization and connectivity for high-profile leaders, including Ken Chenault, Ken Frazier, and Marc Harrison, M.D. Her focus is on mission-driven initiatives that align with the company's objectives. She also drives executive communications, managing media relations and speaking engagements for the leadership team.
Previous Positions at General Catalyst
Molly Blaauw Gillis has held multiple positions at General Catalyst prior to her current role. She worked as Principal from 2014 to 2018, Partner and Chief Communications Officer from 2019 to 2023, and Partner from 2018 to 2019. Her extensive experience at the firm spans over a decade, contributing to various strategic and communication efforts.
Experience at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Before her tenure at General Catalyst, Molly Blaauw Gillis served as Executive Director of the Office of Development at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center from 2010 to 2012. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing development initiatives and enhancing fundraising efforts for the medical center.
Educational Background
Molly Blaauw Gillis studied English at Mount Saint Mary's University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education at Emerson College, obtaining a Master of Arts in Publishing from 1996 to 2000. Her academic background supports her professional focus on communications and writing.
Community Involvement and Advocacy
Molly Blaauw Gillis actively participates in her community as a commissioner of her town’s LGBTQIA+ Rainbow Commission. She promotes inclusion through policies, programs, and advocacy. Additionally, she collaborates on local initiatives aimed at enhancing access and inclusion in schools, focusing on community building.