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Redphlag is a consulting company focused on marketing, branding, public relations and executive and personal coaching.
Redphlag was founded in 2008 by Gerard "Gerry" F. Corbett. Gerry also runs an executive and career coaching practice, is a blogger on career development and job search and serves on the Board of Advisors of Artificial IntelligenceI firm Infinite Retina and the Museum of Public Relations. Previously, he was an instructor in the Entrepreneurship Program at UC Berkeley Extension, CMO and a Member of the Board of Producers Forum, Inc. and Vice President and General Manager of the Branding and Corporate Communications Group of $100 billion Hitachi, Ltd.
Gerard F. Corbett is a distinguished communications strategist, educator and industry thought leader with a career spanning over five decades. Renowned for his expertise in public relations, brand management, and corporate communications, Gerard has made significant contributions to both the public and private sectors, leaving an indelible mark on Fortune 200 companies, start-ups and nonprofit organizations.
Gerard’s career began at NASA's Ames Research Center, where he contributed to the early development of the U.S. Space Shuttle program. With a dual foundation in public relations and electronics engineering, he transitioned from technical roles to executive leadership in corporate communications. His career includes leadership positions at industry giants such as Gould Inc., ASARCO Incorporated, Loral Corporation, and Hitachi America, Ltd. At Hitachi, Gerard led initiatives that strengthened the company's market presence and brand equity through innovative strategies.
Gerard also served as Chair and CEO of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), where he championed professional development, ethical practice, and diversity within the communications industry. Under his leadership, PRSA advanced initiatives that elevated the profession's standards and expanded its influence globally.
In addition to his professional achievements, Gerard is a 45-year senior member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and currently serves on its Honors and Awards Committee, contributing to the recognition of excellence in aerospace innovation and leadership.
Gerard is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of communications leaders. He has taught courses in public relations and brand management at institutions such as UC Berkeley Extension and San Jose State University. His dedication to education and professional growth has earned him widespread recognition, including numerous awards and his induction as a Fellow of PRSA.
Gerard continues to provide strategic counsel through his consultancy, working with organizations to define and articulate their intrinsic value. As an author, speaker and educator, he remains a passionate advocate for the transformative power of effective communication in driving business success and societal progress.
Gerard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from San Jose State University and an Associate of Arts from Philadelphia Community College. His unique blend of technical acumen and communications expertise positions him as a versatile and innovative leader in an ever-evolving field.
Gerard F. Corbett is a distinguished communications strategist, educator and industry thought leader with a career spanning over five decades. Renowned for his expertise in public relations, brand management, and corporate communications, Gerard has made significant contributions to both the public and private sectors, leaving an indelible mark on Fortune 200 companies, start-ups and nonprofit organizations.
Gerard’s career began at NASA's Ames Research Center, where he contributed to the early development of the U.S. Space Shuttle program. With a dual foundation in public relations and electronics engineering, he transitioned from technical roles to executive leadership in corporate communications. His career includes leadership positions at industry giants such as Gould Inc., ASARCO Incorporated, Loral Corporation, and Hitachi America, Ltd. At Hitachi, Gerard led initiatives that strengthened the company's market presence and brand equity through innovative strategies.
Gerard also served as Chair and CEO of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), where he championed professional development, ethical practice, and diversity within the communications industry. Under his leadership, PRSA advanced initiatives that elevated the profession's standards and expanded its influence globally.
In addition to his professional achievements, Gerard is a 45-year senior member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and currently serves on its Honors and Awards Committee, contributing to the recognition of excellence in aerospace innovation and leadership.
Gerard is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of communications leaders. He has taught courses in public relations and brand management at institutions such as UC Berkeley Extension and San Jose State University. His dedication to education and professional growth has earned him widespread recognition, including numerous awards and his induction as a Fellow of PRSA.
Gerard continues to provide strategic counsel through his consultancy, working with organizations to define and articulate their intrinsic value. As an author, speaker and educator, he remains a passionate advocate for the transformative power of effective communication in driving business success and societal progress.
Gerard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from San Jose State University and an Associate of Arts from Philadelphia Community College. His unique blend of technical acumen and communications expertise positions him as a versatile and innovative leader in an ever-evolving field.
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