Christopher Capot
About Christopher Capot
Christopher Capot is the Director of Public Relations at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, where he leads public and media relations efforts. He has extensive experience in communications across various sectors, including healthcare and financial services.
Current Role at North Carolina Biotechnology Center
Christopher Capot serves as the Director of Public Relations at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) since 2023. In this role, he leads public and media relations efforts to support the organization's mission of transforming North Carolina's life sciences technology-based economic development. His position involves strategic communication initiatives aimed at enhancing the visibility and impact of NCBiotech within the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience at LexisNexis
Before joining NCBiotech, Christopher Capot worked at LexisNexis as Senior Director of Communications from 2020 to 2023. His tenure at LexisNexis spanned three years and was based in Raleigh, North Carolina, where he operated in a hybrid work environment. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing communication strategies and enhancing the company's public image.
Background in Communications and Media
Christopher Capot has a diverse background in communications, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He served as Executive Vice President at KNB Communications from 2005 to 2012 and held roles at Elsevier, including Director of Communications and Business Partner for Global Health from 2017 to 2020. His experience also includes positions at OppenheimerFunds, RLM Public Relations, and several journalism roles early in his career.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Capot studied at the College of the Holy Cross, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in communications, particularly in healthcare and financial services. He has developed expertise in crisis communications and M&A communications throughout his career.
Career Timeline and Key Roles
Christopher Capot's career spans over three decades, with significant roles in both agency and corporate settings. He has worked at notable organizations such as JPMorgan Chase & Co., where he served as Vice President of Internal Communications, and Webster Bank as Assistant Vice President. His early career included reporting and editorial positions at the New Haven Register and Record-Journal, contributing to his strong foundation in media relations.