AHEAD · 20 hours ago
Media & Analyst Relations Manager
AHEAD builds platforms for digital business, focusing on cloud infrastructure, automation, and analytics. The Media & Analyst Relations Manager is responsible for enhancing AHEAD’s brand visibility and thought leadership through strategic public relations and media engagement, serving as the primary liaison with the PR agency and managing key analyst relationships.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for AHEAD’s PR agency, ensuring alignment on messaging, campaigns, and deliverables
Understand how AHEAD’s goals, expertise, and point of view translate to current industry trends and topics to effectively collaborate with the agency team
Collaborate with AHEAD subject matter experts and senior leaders to identify and secure media opportunities, including interviews, bylines, and commentary
Curate internal content and develop messaging for relevant company news, including partner-related news, talent-related news (new executives, significant promotions), and growth stories
Manage the creation, approval, and distribution of press releases, media pitches, and other PR materials, which may include drafting less strategic releases such as partner announcements and awards
Curate a short list of AHEAD spokespeople to pitch for quick response commentary on breaking news announcements within the industry and partner ecosystem
Set and track PR-related KPIs and report on media coverage, share of voice, and PR campaign effectiveness
Update ARCHIE intranet site with the latest company news and accolades
Curate and maintain a comprehensive list of B2B analyst firms and key analysts covering AHEAD’s core solution areas
Nurture and maintain relationships with AHEAD’s senior leadership and thought leaders who are vital to successful analyst relations. Coordinate and schedule analyst briefings, inquiries, and research engagements across AHEAD’s areas of expertise
Prepare briefing materials and ensure AHEAD’s messaging is consistent and impactful in all analyst interactions
Monitor analyst research agendas and identify opportunities for AHEAD to be included in relevant reports and market assessments
Proactively research and maintain a calendar of technology and business award nominations and speaking opportunities at relevant conferences and events
Lead the application process for awards and speaking engagements, including drafting creative and compelling submissions
Work with PR agency team to schedule media interviews at industry events featuring AHEAD senior leadership on-site
Partner with internal stakeholders to gather supporting materials and ensure timely, high-quality award applications
Track outcomes and maintain a calendar of key industry events, deadlines, and results
Stay current on industry trends, competitor activities, and best practices in PR, media, and analyst relations
Support crisis communications and reputation management as needed
Collaborate across the brand marketing teams as needed for social media, brand strategy, client marketing, and web team to update PR-related content on the website
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
5+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, or analyst relations, preferably in B2B technology or professional services
Demonstrated experience managing agency relationships and coordinating with senior leadership
Record of securing media coverage and industry awards for a technology or consulting organization
Preferred
Experience working with B2B analyst firms (e.g., Gartner, Forrester, IDC) and understanding of the analyst relations process is a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid company holidays
Paid time off
Paid parental and caregiver leave
Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details.
Company
AHEAD
AHEAD is a solutions-based company that helps clients move to an optimized IT service delivery model.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.72M2024-05-06Series Unknown· $5.7M
2024-02-15Series Unknown· $43.6M
2023-11-02Series Unknown· $5.77M
Recent News
2025-11-19
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