Jonathan Stone
About Jonathan Stone
Jonathan Stone is a Vice President at FINN Partners, with extensive experience in communications across various sectors including technology, healthcare, and esports. He has held senior roles at several public relations firms and has provided counsel to major companies on advanced technologies and crisis communications.
Work at FINN Partners
Jonathan Stone has been serving as Vice President at FINN Partners since 2022. In this role, he is based in Dallas, Texas, and leverages his extensive background in communications to guide programs across various sectors. His focus includes enterprise technology, financial services, and esports, where he applies strategic insights to enhance client communications.
Previous Experience in Public Relations
Before joining FINN Partners, Jonathan Stone held several key positions in public relations. He worked as Vice President at Ketchum from 2016 to 2021, where he managed communications strategies. Prior to that, he was a Senior Account Supervisor at Kwittken from 2010 to 2015 and an Account Executive at RLM Public Relations from 2009 to 2010. His career also includes roles at Allied Global Marketing and Brownstein & Associates.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Stone earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing from The George Washington University School of Business, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also completed his high school education at The Horace Mann School from 1999 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in crisis communications, issues management, and integrated communications strategies across various industries.
Industry Experience
Jonathan Stone has extensive experience providing communications counsel to a variety of sectors. He has worked with gaming and esports companies, including Activision Blizzard and The Overwatch League. His portfolio also includes collaborations with healthcare and medtech firms like Stryker and Apollo Endosurgery, as well as major tech companies such as IBM, Intel, and GE Digital, focusing on advanced technologies like AI, blockchain, and 5G.
Crisis Communications and Issues Management
Jonathan Stone has developed deep expertise in crisis communications and issues management. His experience spans multiple industries, allowing him to guide organizations through complex communication challenges. He has successfully integrated the PESO model into his communications strategies, ensuring a comprehensive approach that includes paid, earned, shared, and owned media.