Paul Fontenot
About Paul Fontenot
Paul Fontenot is a Senior Product Manager at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where he has worked since 2021 in Plano, Texas. He has extensive experience in product management and project management, having held various roles within the company since 2016.
Work at Gannett
Paul Fontenot has been a Senior Product Manager at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2021, based in Plano, Texas. His tenure at Gannett includes various roles, starting as a Team Lead for Software Services Consultants in 2017. He served as an Interim Product Manager from 2018 to 2019 and transitioned to a Product Support Manager role until 2019. He continued to advance within the company, managing Project Management & Onboarding until 2021. His experience at Gannett spans over four years, contributing to product management and software operations.
Education and Expertise
Paul Fontenot earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications with a focus on Public Relations from Louisiana State University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He has a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) certification, emphasizing his expertise in agile project management. His skill set includes website support, tracking technologies, APIs, and project management related to website builds. He is also knowledgeable in SEO, social media marketing (SMM), and directory listings.
Background
Paul Fontenot's professional journey began with internships, including a role as a Communications Intern at BREC from 2012 to 2013 and a Public Relations Intern at Clear Channel Radio in 2011. He has held various positions in customer support and software services, including roles at Lanyon and The Reynolds and Reynolds Company. His early work experience also includes a position as a Sports Reporter for LSU Tiger TV and as an Associate at The Home Depot.
Career Progression
Paul Fontenot's career has shown a steady progression in product management and software services. After starting as a Software Support Representative at Lanyon, he advanced to Senior Customer Support Representative. His roles at Gannett have included significant responsibilities in project management and product support, culminating in his current position as Senior Product Manager. His experience spans over a decade, with a focus on technology and customer service.