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Fractional CCO | Crisis Communications Expert | Cybersecurity PR Specialist

Strategic Communications for the Digital Age

Elevating brands through expert corporate communications, crisis management, and cybersecurity PR. Over two decades of experience with global technology leaders.

20+Years Experience
$25M+Revenue Impact
8Fortune 500 Clients
Crisis Management Expert

Trusted by Global Technology Leaders

MicrosoftAfiliasPanda SecurityTrend MicroLive365RealDefense
Alan Wallace Media Relations

About Alan Wallace

Transforming complex innovations into compelling narratives.

I am a strategic communications executive who transforms complex cybersecurity and technology innovations into compelling narratives that drive measurable business results. Over 20+ years, I've delivered proven impact for global leaders like Microsoft, Trend Micro, and Afilias.

My Unique Advantage

Former journalist/broadcaster (UPI London Reporter, KKNW Tech Talk co-host) and senior editor (aNewDomain.net) with a deep understanding of media dynamics from both sides. This dual perspective enables authentic journalist relationships and strategic story development that resonates.

I Specialize In

Crisis Communications & Issues ManagementExecutive Visibility & Thought LeadershipCybersecurity Incident CommunicationsM&A Communications & Stakeholder ManagementMedia Relations Strategy (B2B & B2C)Public Policy & Regulatory Communications

How I Drive Results

What I Can Do For You

Crisis Communications & Issues Management

  • Rapid response protocols for security incidents
  • Executive media training and spokesperson coaching
  • Stakeholder communication strategies
  • Reputation protection and recovery

Cybersecurity PR & Thought Leadership

  • Security product launch campaigns
  • Threat report amplification strategies
  • Executive visibility in security media
  • Analyst relations and industry positioning

Fractional CCO Services

  • Strategic communications planning
  • Team building and agency management
  • M&A communications and integration
  • Measurable business impact programs

Testimonials

What Industry Leaders Say

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"Alan worked with me for 5 years as my corporate communications director at Afilias... His deep experience and calm professionalism helped us avoid several potential difficulties. His experience in the security space was especially helpful, and his contact list is seemingly inexhaustible."

Roland LaPlante

SVP/CMO at Afilias

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"When our company needed communications and media relations expertise for our consumer brand, Music Daily, Alan was the first person we turned to... Alan swiftly and skillfully developed comprehensive communications plans and strategies for us, contributing significantly to our success."

Mel Adler

Music Daily

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"As a client, Alan is a master at developing a 'one team' concept. It's hard to tell where the client team ends and the agency team begins. We always felt like true partners... Alan was our compass on measurement as well."

Matthew Afflixio

President, Access Brand Communications

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"Alan focused on the strategy -- how AND why to pitch those companies in unique ways that created more opportunities for news coverage... That expertise, that ability to think, to see what might be possible, is rare – and unexpected."

Steven Leon

Partner & Principal, ShowStoppers

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"Alan is the PR pro's pro. He is well connected, handles strategic communications initiatives combined with the tactical efforts that garner good coverage. He is an asset to any organization."

Dan Chmielewski

Principal, Madison Alexander PR, Inc.

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"Alan saw skills in me, something I didn’t even know I had... Alan coached and mentored me along the way. He was a well-known and respected publicist. He introduced me to some very important key players in the tech and music industry."

Carolina Powers

Operations Manager, Patient Support Center

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"Alan is a fantastic Public Relations expert... His personal network with members of the technology press is impressive and his ability to get the right story in front of the right journalist is hard to match."

Tristan Louis

Repeat Entrepreneur & Former Corporate Exec

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"Alan and I worked together in a journalist-comms capacity for several years. He was a pleasure to work with. He always responded promptly to my inquiries and more often than not with the in-depth information I needed for my articles."

Kevin Murphy

Editor at Domain Incite

Ready to elevate your communications strategy?

Whether you need crisis management, a product launch strategy, or fractional CCO services, let's discuss how we can achieve your goals.

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