Jonelle Hester
About Jonelle Hester
Jonelle Hester is a Public Relations Manager at Barracuda in Campbell, California, with over a decade of experience in public relations, specializing in technology companies.
Public Relations Manager at Barracuda Networks
Jonelle Hester currently serves as the Public Relations Manager at Barracuda Networks (NYSE: CUDA) in Campbell, California, United States. She has been with the company since February 2013, initially joining as a Senior Public Relations Manager. Over her tenure, she has played a critical role in managing the public relations activities for the firm, leveraging her extensive experience in the tech industry.
Experience at McAfee
Jonelle Hester worked at McAfee as the Public Relations Manager - Enterprise from 2011 to 2013, in Santa Clara, California, United States. During her two-year stint, she focused on managing public relations for McAfee's enterprise solutions. Her role encompassed coordinating communication strategies and managing the public image of the enterprise segment of the company.
Public Relations Specialist Roles
Jonelle's career includes her work at National Semiconductor as a Public Relations Specialist from 2009 to 2011, and at Krause Taylor Associates in the same role from 2008 to 2009. Her responsibilities included developing and implementing public relations campaigns, drafting press releases, and maintaining media relations. She also served as an Account Coordinator at Krause Taylor Associates from 2007 to 2008, further honing her skills in public relations.
Early Career and Education
Jonelle began her career as an Account Associate at Lutchansky Communications for six months in 2005 to 2006. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from California State University, Chico, completing her degree from 2000 to 2004. Her academic background in journalism has provided a strong foundation for her subsequent career in public relations.
Over a Decade of Public Relations Expertise
Jonelle Hester has accumulated over a decade of experience in public relations, specializing in the technology sector. Her expertise includes managing PR for both startups and established companies, with a particular focus on enterprise solutions. This experience allows her to effectively handle various PR strategies, campaigns, and communications, positioning her as a seasoned professional in her field.