Jeffrey Blake

Jeffrey Blake is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as the Senior Director and Head of gRED Communications at Genentech since April 2024. In addition, Blake is a member of the Board of Directors for the Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types, providing expertise in healthcare communications. Previous roles include Senior Director of Corporate Communications at Ultragenyx, where responsibilities encompassed executive visibility strategy, media relations, and global communications efforts. Blake has held director and managerial positions at Blue Shield of California, overseeing executive communications and corporate reputation management. Early career experience includes leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and corporate training at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Healthcare from The George Washington University and a B.A. in Hearing and Speech Sciences from the University of Maryland.