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Elena Hutchison

Elena Hutchison

Analyst relations, GTM strategy, and presales leader

ElenaH
Alexandria, Virginia
Joined October 2025

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Solves Forrester Waves and Gartner Magic Quadrant analyst relations problems to help vendors succeed in these critical industry evaluations. Deep practitioner of analyst relations who has moved AR from a tactical activity to a strategic, board-level consideration. At Medallia she led AR efforts that contributed to leading placements in Forrester Waves and Gartner Magic Quadrants; she now advises and trains companies (and helped launch ARLC) to professionalize AR work. uprightar+2
Seasoned GTM and presales leader who scaled global pre-sales / solutions consulting organizations and moved into C-suite strategy and product marketing roles. She combines technical demo/readiness expertise with executive-level positioning and M&A/product-strategy exposure. gtmnow+1
Founder of a boutique analyst relations consulting firm offering fractional analyst relations, briefing prep, demo optimization, AR strategy, and 1:1 coaching to improve analyst placements, especially in Forrester Waves and Gartner Magic Quadrants. Focused on practical, tactical AR outcomes for startups and growth companies. uprightar+1
Active industry advisor and community contributor: serves on advisory boards (ARLC), advises growth-stage vendors, and frequently shares playbooks and lessons on bridging analyst relations with product marketing and presales. analystrelationslearningcurve+1

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Public speaking and podcast appearances on analyst relations, GTM, and presales topics (frequent guest on industry podcasts). gtmnow+2