Austen Dake

Sr. Director, Brand + Partnerships at Needed

Austen Dake has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. Starting in 2013, Austen interned as a Marketing Intern at Revance Therapeutics, Inc. In 2015, Austen joined InkHouse Media + Marketing as an Account Coordinator and later progressed to become an Assistant Account Executive, Account Executive, and eventually a Public Relations Manager.

In 2018, Austen became a Strategic Communications Consultant and worked as a self-employed professional until 2021. During this time, Austen also joined Hired, Inc. as a Content Marketing Manager from 2019 to 2020.

From 2021 to 2023, Austen worked at Outer as the Director of Partnerships and Communications. Austen's responsibilities included leading partnership initiatives and handling communication strategies.

In 2023, Austen founded Dream Cheese, a company focused on an undisclosed venture. Additionally, Austen joined Needed as the Head of Partnerships, contributing to the company's mission of empowering women with nutrition products, education, and community support during and after pregnancy.

Austen Dake has a Bachelor's degree in Political Science & Communication from Occidental College. They also have taken courses in Design and Applied Arts at both ArtCenter College of Design and UCLA. Austen attended Castilleja School, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. In terms of additional certifications, Austen has completed courses in UX Design, Learning Design Research, and Sketch Essential Training through LinkedIn. The certifications were obtained in October and November of 2020.

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  • Sr. Director, Brand + Partnerships

    March, 2023 - present