Charlene Gage
About Charlene Gage
Charlene Gage is the Director of Media Strategy at Hotwire, recognized as a Business Insider Rising Star in PR in 2022. She specializes in aligning executives with compelling narratives to effectively engage target audiences.
Current Role at Hotwire
Charlene Gage serves as the Director of Media Strategy at Hotwire, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on aligning executives with appropriate narratives and reporters to effectively engage target audiences. Her experience in media strategy is complemented by her previous roles at Hotwire, where she advanced from Senior Associate to Senior Manager before assuming her current position.
Previous Experience at Hotwire
Charlene Gage has a comprehensive history with Hotwire, where she worked in various capacities. She began as a Senior Associate from 2018 to 2019, then progressed to Senior Manager from 2021 to 2022. Her tenure at Hotwire has allowed her to develop expertise in media strategy and corporate communications, contributing to her recognition in the field.
Education and Expertise
Charlene Gage holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from San Jose State University and an Associate of Arts (A.A.) from De Anza College. Her educational background supports her expertise in corporate communications, executive communications, earnings, B2B tech, and media strategy. She works with C-suite executives across various business sizes, crafting impactful business stories.
Recognition and Awards
In 2022, Charlene Gage was recognized as a Business Insider Rising Star in PR, highlighting her contributions to the public relations field. Additionally, she won the Innovation SABRE Award in 2021, further establishing her reputation as a leader in media strategy and corporate communications.
Career Background
Charlene Gage has held various roles in the communications and public relations sectors. Prior to her time at Hotwire, she worked as a PR Coordinator at TrintMe and as a News Intern at Comcast Sports Group. She also gained experience as an Assistant Consultant at Text100 and as a Strategic Planner at Dwight Bentel & Hall Communications, contributing to her diverse skill set in media strategy.