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23andMe, headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. Founded in 2006, the company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. The 23andMe research platform has generated more than 180 publications on the genetic underpinnings of a wide range of diseases, conditions, and traits. The platform also powers the 23andMe Therapeutics group, currently pursuing drug discovery programs rooted in human genetics across a spectrum of disease areas, including oncology, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases, in addition to other therapeutic areas. read more
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Katie Watson — VP, Communications at 23andMe
Executive Bio
Katie joined 23andMe in 2018 to lead the company’s internal and external communications efforts. In her role, Katie is responsible for driving the overall communications strategy and messaging for the company, with a focus on creative storytelling.
Prior to joining 23andMe, Katie spent 11 years helping lead product communications at Google, where she launched popular products like Google Photos and the Google Assistant. During her time there, she advised and worked closely with product leadership teams to build long-term narratives and create compelling media campaigns. Prior to Google, Katie was an Account Director and Partner at tech PR agency LEWIS PR.
She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Media Relations, and minor in Business Administration from the University of San Diego.
Prior to joining 23andMe, Katie spent 11 years helping lead product communications at Google, where she launched popular products like Google Photos and the Google Assistant. During her time there, she advised and worked closely with product leadership teams to build long-term narratives and create compelling media campaigns. Prior to Google, Katie was an Account Director and Partner at tech PR agency LEWIS PR.
She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Media Relations, and minor in Business Administration from the University of San Diego.
Executive Team Culture Ratings from 23andMe Employees
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23andMe's Executive Team scores in the Top 50%
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23andMe's Executive Team at a Glance
Based on 26 ratings, 23andMe's employees are less satisfied with their Executive Team and give them a “C+” or 65/100. On average, Men provided higher ratings for their Executive Team compared to Women.
23andMe's Executive Team ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies in San Francisco and Top 50% of other companies on Comparably that also have 501-1,000 Employees.
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