Margaret Ryan

head of communications in San Francisco, California

Margaret Ryan

head of communications in San Francisco, California

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I have deep experience building brands and helping companies achieve industry and consumer mindshare through traditional and social media programs.

I lead the SF office of DKC, a national PR & marketing firm.

Before DKC, I was Head of Communications for transportation pioneer Sidecar where I built and led the communications and social media team and drove corporate, product, public policy and regional launch and expansion programs that resulted in widespread global media coverage.

I've worked inside and outside of public and private companies, PR agencies and venture capital firms covering consumer tech, ecommerce and consumer products and services. My employers and clients include Zappos, ShopStyle, Polyvore and AOL.

I began my career at AOL, where I was part of the first communications team and helped grow the company from 300,000 to 30 million members in five years to become a global mainstream brand.

I'm passionate about travel, food and wine and co-founded Olson Ogden Wines, an award winning winery with national distribution, after an inspiring visit to Chateauneuf-du-Pape. I live and work in San Francisco.

  • Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University