Jennifer Fukui
NAME
Jennifer Fukui
TITLE
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
LOCATION
Hawaii
Jennifer Fukui Castells, a prominent Communications Specialist at Clarity Media Group, elevates the stories of Clarity’s global clientele both in-person and virtually. Jen is a trusted source for leaders in wide-ranging sectors including venture capital, private equity, technology, startup accelerators, entertainment, media, publishing, fashion, and hospitality. She delivers bespoke programs for every client, preparing them to speak to the press and ahead of important presentation opportunities, and gives each individual the tools they need to deliver compelling stories with maximum impact.
Prior to joining Clarity, Jen spent nearly a decade at ABC News, where she contributed to World News Tonight with Peter Jennings, Good Morning America, and worked closely with Barbara Walters at 20/20. During this time, she gained a profound understanding of the media's preferences by researching and pre-interviewing high-profile subjects, crafting impactful stories and breaking news interviews, as well as collaborating on final edits of televised segments.
Following her stint at ABC, Jen took a sabbatical and explored her passion for hospitality. Working with Chef Thomas Keller at the renowned French Laundry, Jen built the private events business for his restaurant group in California and oversaw business development and brand partnerships with American Express and BMW. Later, she played key roles in the inception of two tech startups, one of which was acquired by Groupon, offering valuable insights into the growth and acquisition processes of such companies.
At Clarity Media Group, Jen collaborates with a diverse range of speakers, including Academy Award-winning actors, Grammy Award-winning musicians, tech leaders, investors, and authors, guiding them through high-stakes interviews and preparing them to handle challenging questions. Private equity and venture capital firms seek her expertise for annual meetings and press interactions, while technology companies rely on her for refining fundraising pitches, preparing for IPO roadshows, and navigating press engagements.
Jen's impact extends to accelerators like Amazon and Sephora, where she delivers keynote presentations and seminars on executive presence, pitch skills, and media best practices. From shaping a nascent voice to refining key messages, Jen equips some of the most prominent figures in business and entertainment with comprehensive communication training, empowering them to deliver clear, impactful messages across any scenario.
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“Jennifer is amazing. She is an incredible coach and gives feedback that will help any executive grow. While not afraid to ask the tough questions or make the critical observation, it’s always delivered in a way that leaves an executive feeling confident and prepared for anything. Highly recommend!”
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Client success: Mark Randolph
“Jen taught me an approach to media that has completely transformed how I prepare for and interact with the media. Besides making me much more effective at getting my key points across, it allows me to come into an interview confident and excited, rather than scared and intimidated. My only regret is that I didn't do a training session with her 20 years ago.”
- Marc Randolph, Co-Founder and First CEO of Netflix