About Bridgitt
Bio
Bridgitt Arnold leads the communications and external affairs team for Bill Gates’ private office. She is focused on helping Bill engage, educate, and inspire audiences around the world on the issues he cares about – global health, energy innovation, education, and the scientific and technical advances that will save and improve lives around the world. Previously, Bridgitt directed global consumer public relations for Microsoft from 1999 - 2011. During that time, she also managed crisis and executive communications as well as global product launches. Bridgitt graduated with honors from Duke University, including specific coursework completed at the Paris - Sorbonne University. Bridgitt lives in Seattle with her husband and their two children and enjoys coaching youth soccer and tutoring at-risk elementary students. Her specific interests in philanthropy focus on programs and investments in health and education for women and girls.