Bob Szafranski
About Bob Szafranski
Bob Szafranski serves as the Executive Vice President of Health Media Relations at Golin, where he has worked since 2020. With over 30 years of experience in media relations, particularly in the healthcare sector, he has held significant roles at various organizations and has a background in communications from Purdue University.
Work at Golin
Bob Szafranski has served as the Executive Vice President of Health Media Relations at Golin since 2020. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he has contributed to the agency's focus on healthcare communications. His role involves overseeing media strategies and enhancing client relationships within the health sector.
Previous Experience in Media Relations
Before joining Golin, Bob Szafranski held several key positions in media relations. He worked at Public Communications Inc. as Vice President and Director of Media Relations from 1991 to 2005. He then transitioned to Edelman Worldwide, where he served as Vice President of Health Media Relations from 2005 to 2008, and later as Senior Vice President and Group Manager from 2010 to 2017. His final role at Edelman was as Executive Vice President of Health Media Relations from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Bob Szafranski earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Purdue University, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. His education laid the foundation for his extensive career in media relations, particularly in the healthcare sector, where he has focused for the last 15 years.
Background in Healthcare Media Relations
Bob Szafranski has extensive experience in healthcare media relations, covering various areas including pharmaceuticals, payers, providers, and nonprofits. He has a strong background in managing FDA approvals and product launches, which has been a significant aspect of his career.
Mentorship and Leadership
Bob Szafranski enjoys leading and developing media teams, having mentored numerous media specialists throughout his career. His leadership style emphasizes the growth and development of team members in the field of media relations.