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Evolved over 17 years.

Proven on $272M exits & $1.6B division sales.

B2B innovators rely on me for the strategic guidance they need to turn complex business challenges into clear narratives that fuel success.

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Stay up-to-date with Kathleen Lucente’s latest insights on communications strategies for B2B innovators.

A long-time communications leader.

With 30+ years of experience transforming complex technologies into compelling stories, Kathleen Lucente is a trusted advisor for B2B tech companies navigating critical transitions. Her technology focus began with her work as a journalist and continued as she became a public relations powerhouse for the largest tech brands to the smallest, most promising startups.

In 2008, Kathleen founded her own PR and marketing firm, Red Fan, where she is proud to lead a senior team focused on empowering B2B tech innovators to own their moment.

Board Involvement

  • Better Business Bureau
  • Austin Chamber of Commerce A-List
  • Austin Gives

Proven Record

  • Guiding Q2 Holdings through IPO and multiple M&A moves
  • Positioning MyEdu for successful acquisition by Blackboard 
  • Leading Hylion’s groundbreaking NYSE SPAC listing despite COVID
  • Spearheading successful fundraising and scaling of Babson Diagnostics
  • Driving visibility and valuation for Fluence Bioengineering’s acquisition by Signify 
  • Transforming Six Nines IT into Nextira to fuel desired acquisition within 4 months

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