Claire Patenaude

Claire Patenaude is vice president for digital communications at The Pew Charitable Trusts. She shapes and leads the organization’s digital strategy and creative efforts, helping to effectively advance the organization’s priorities and amplify the impact of its research and policy work.

Patenaude brings more than 15 years of experience in branding, marketing, and storytelling to Pew. Most recently, she served as vice president of engagement and marketing strategy for the National Geographic Society, where she helped lead audience engagement efforts and supported the launch of the Museum of Exploration. Earlier in her career, she advised nonprofit organizations working in financial services, energy, national security, and international affairs.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in government and politics from the University of Maryland.