Jessica Byerly
About Jessica Byerly
Jessica Byerly serves as the National Conference Director at Government Technology, a position she has held since 2023. With a background in event management and marketing, she has led numerous B2B events and has extensive experience in the publishing industry.
Current Role at Government Technology
Jessica Byerly serves as the National Conference Director at Government Technology. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the organization for approximately 10 months. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of national conferences, ensuring that events meet the needs of attendees and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at BridgeTower Media
Prior to her current role, Jessica Byerly worked at BridgeTower Media in various capacities. She served as the Director of Events for the Home Furnishings Division from 2022 to 2023, and previously held the same title from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, she worked as the Database Assets, Social Media, and Audience Marketing Manager from 2016 to 2020. Throughout her tenure, she effectively managed numerous B2B events annually.
Education and Academic Background
Jessica Byerly studied at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from 2022 to 2024. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration and Law at Western Carolina University, expected to complete her studies from 2024 to 2026. Her educational background supports her expertise in event management and marketing.
Early Career Experience
Jessica Byerly began her career as a Sales Manager at Media General, where she worked from 2000 to 2007. Following this role, she served as a Mail Account Executive at Valassis from 2007 to 2009. These positions provided her with foundational experience in sales and account management, which she later applied in her event management roles.
Personal Interests and Activities
In addition to her professional pursuits, Jessica Byerly is an avid runner and is currently training for her first NYC Marathon. Her commitment to running reflects her dedication to personal fitness and goal achievement.