The Trusted Advisor in High-Stakes Communications | Kathleen Lucente
Kathleen Lucente is an unparalleled expert in corporate communications, whose 30-year track record has made her the trusted first call for CEOs and CMOs navigating everything from major launches to crisis management. As CEO and founder of Red Fan Communications, Kathleen built her firm on the revolutionary principle of providing senior-level, integrated communications that go far beyond traditional PR.
Here are 3 key takeaways that make this episode a must-watch:
- "Play the Tape" Forward: Learn Kathleen's powerful strategy for proactive leadership, where meticulously envisioning all potential scenarios and stakeholder impacts transforms decision-making in high-stakes situations.
- Beyond the Checklist: Discover how truly effective strategic communication goes beyond generic playbooks, building unparalleled trust and providing customized solutions that address the nuanced "soul" of a company.
- Crisis into Opportunity: Gain insights from Kathleen's firsthand experiences, including navigating the JPMorgan Chase merger and leading crisis communications during 9/11, demonstrating how to maintain a clear head and even find camaraderie when all hell breaks loose.
Tune into the full episode to unlock invaluable wisdom on strategic communication, reputation management, and building authentic, lasting relationships in business.
Connect with Kathleen Lucente:
https://redfancommunications.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenlucente/
Learn how to become a Lioness here!
https://www.jenportercoach.com/
Chapters:
Connect with Kathleen Lucente:
https://redfancommunications.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenlucente/
Learn how to become a Lioness here!
https://www.jenportercoach.com/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Lioness Conversations
01:30 Kathleen Lucente and Red Fan Communications
03:34 The Importance of Strategic Communications
06:28 Building Relationships with Clients
09:25 The Process of Client Engagement
12:12 Crisis Management and Proactive Planning
15:17 Navigating Leadership Challenges
18:46 The Journey into Communications and Leadership
21:56 Crisis Management During 9/11
26:08 Lessons Learned from Crisis Situations
28:22 Life in Hong Kong and Family Dynamics
32:31 Life in Hong Kong: Cultural Adjustments and Community
34:46 The Importance of Authenticity in Business
37:33 Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions: The Role of Communication
44:17 The Journey to Entrepreneurship: Starting Red Fan Communications
50:54 Lessons from Family: Balancing Career and Family Life
54:11 Empowering Future Female Leaders: Building Community and Support
Creators and Guests
Host
Jen Porter
Corporate leader turned entrepreneur, I created "Lioness Conversations" to amplify the voices of extraordinary women—leaders who have faced fear, overcome challenges, and are now shaping the world with their work. This podcast is a space for courage, truth, and deep inspiration. My mission is to empower women to be brave, leading with confidence and joy, to do the most meaningful work of their lives.
Guest
Kathleen Lucente
With a 30-year track record navigating the highest stakes of corporate communications, Kathleen Lucente, CEO and Founder of Red Fan Communications, is the unparalleled expert CEOs and CMOs trust when launching big ideas or weathering a crisis. She built Red Fan on the revolutionary principle of providing the senior-level, integrated communications expertise she wished she'd had, making her the essential "first call" for B2B tech leaders facing their most critical challenges.
