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Patryck Allen

VP Analyst, Communications Chief of Research

Patryck Allen is a Senior Director Analyst and Chief of Research in Gartner's Communications Practice. In this role, Dr. Allen writes research and advises Chief Communications Officers (CCOs) and their leadership teams on strategic Communications decisions.

As Chief of Research, Patryck leads Gartner's Communications research agenda across all CCO-relevant topics, including External Communications, Internal Communications, Communications Technology, Content and Channels, and Communications Leadership & Functional Management.

Patryck has 14 years of research and advisory experience at CEB and Gartner, across IT, Marketing and Communications. Since 2017, Patryck has been focused on advising clients in communications strategic planning, communications measurement & reporting, brand and reputation management, internal communications, and developing Communications team skillsets to meet evolving needs.

Previous experience

Dr. Allen has five years of experience working with CIOs on key strategic challenges, specializing in IT Strategic Planning, IT Service Management, Road mapping, and Information Risk.

He has Strategy Consulting experience; predominantly helping organizations develop growth strategies and manage commercial due diligence through M&A.

Professional background

CEB, Senior Executive Advisor, 5 years

KPMG, Manager, 1 years

Areas of coverage
  • Communications Technology, Content and Channels

  • Internal Communications

  • External Communications

  • Communications Leadership and Functional Management

  • Executive Leadership

Education

Ph.D., Chemistry

Bachelor of Science, With Honors 1

Graduate Certificate, International Business

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Top Issues That I Help Clients Address

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Developing highly effective strategic communications strategies and plans

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Defining and activating the corporate identity and brand from both internal and external perspectives

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Brand and reputation management

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Measuring and reporting on Communications impact & effectiveness

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Future of the Communicatiions function