full-service.
in-House.
non-agency.

Kirsten is a communications strategist, advisor and founder of Dreadnought, a firm that is responsible for overseeing communication strategy and media relations for major corporations, venture capital firms and early to late stage startups. She works with companies in a range of industries with a particular focus on consumer tech, B2B, AI and entertainment (with a special love for video games and apps!).

Kirsten works closely with executive teams and founders, advising them on everything from company positioning and strategic messaging to how to land top-tier coverage and secure a coveted speaking spot. She also helps companies prepare for and announce fundraising rounds, from seed stage and beyond.

With deep ties to the innovation and startup world, Kirsten oversaw The Walt Disney Company’s innovation and startup communications for 10 years, along with 5 years running PR campaigns for Disney’s gaming and tech division.

Ask her about the time she became a video game character, got her product on SNL, did makeup for a robot, or got to be a costumed character at Disneyland for the day.