Samantha Van Gent
About Samantha Van Gent
Samantha Van Gent serves as the Portfolio Communications Lead at General Catalyst, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in communications and public relations, having previously worked at Mighty and Voce Communications in various roles over several years.
Current Role at General Catalyst
Samantha Van Gent serves as the Portfolio Communications Lead at General Catalyst, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing communications related to the company's portfolio, ensuring effective messaging and outreach. Her work focuses on enhancing the visibility of General Catalyst's investments and initiatives within the industry.
Previous Experience at Mighty
Prior to her current role, Samantha worked at Mighty for four years, where she held various positions. She began as a Public Relations professional from 2018 to 2019, followed by her role as Account Manager from 2019 to 2021. She then advanced to the position of Director from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she contributed to the company's communication strategies and client management.
Experience at Voce Communications
Samantha's career includes significant experience at Voce Communications, where she worked from 2013 to 2018. She started as an Associate Client Executive, then progressed to Client Executive, and finally served as a Senior Client Executive. Her responsibilities involved managing client relationships and developing communication strategies to enhance brand visibility.
Educational Background
Samantha Van Gent studied at Sonoma State University, where she earned a B.A. in Communication Studies and Environmental Studies and Planning from 2007 to 2012. She also attended Uppsala University for a year, focusing on Media and Communications from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she completed undergraduate studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2008.
Early Career and Internships
Samantha began her professional journey with various roles that provided foundational experience. She interned with the Sierra Club's National Media Team in 2011 and worked at The OutCast Agency as an Associate from 2012 to 2013. She also held multiple positions at Sonoma State University, including Fitness Center Staff and Coordinator for Reservations and Scheduling, from 2009 to 2012.