Lynn Grigsby
About Lynn Grigsby
Lynn Grigsby is a Senior Marketing Communications Manager at Kong Inc., with extensive experience in marketing communications across various sectors, including technology and gaming. She has held positions at several companies, including Tenable and Western Digital, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from San Jose State University.
Work at Kong
Lynn Grigsby has been serving as the Senior Marketing Communications Manager at Kong Inc. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and executing marketing communications strategies tailored for both enterprise and consumer audiences within the technology sector. Her work focuses on enhancing brand visibility and engagement, contributing to Kong's mission in the tech industry. The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience in Marketing Communications
Before joining Kong, Lynn Grigsby held several positions that contributed to her expertise in marketing communications. She worked as a Public Relations Manager at Tenable from 2019 to 2021, and as a Public Relations Specialist at Western Digital from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Client Executive at Voce Communications from 2016 to 2018. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in public relations and marketing strategies across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Lynn Grigsby earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from San Jose State University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her academic background laid the groundwork for her career in marketing communications. She possesses expertise in executing strategies for diverse industries, including gaming, surveillance, automotive, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), demonstrating her versatility in the field.
Internship Experience
Lynn Grigsby gained valuable experience through various internships early in her career. She worked as a Communications Intern at Breathe California for two months in 2014 and completed two summers as a Communications Intern at CEO Positions AG from 2011 to 2013 in Zurich, Switzerland. Additionally, she was a Community Relations Intern at Middlebrook Center: California Native Garden Foundation for four months in 2013. These roles provided her with practical skills in communications and community engagement.
Long-term Role at Kumon North America, Inc.
From 2009 to 2014, Lynn Grigsby worked as an Instructor at Kumon North America, Inc. in Zurich, Switzerland. This five-year role involved teaching and mentoring students, which helped her develop strong communication and interpersonal skills. The experience contributed to her overall professional development and understanding of educational dynamics.