Kendra Jacobson
About Kendra Jacobson
Kendra Jacobson is a Senior Design Program Manager at RingCentral, with over 15 years of experience in web design and production management. She previously held various roles at companies such as Wells Fargo and Adobe, and also pursues a dual career as a documentary filmmaker.
Current Role at RingCentral
Kendra Jacobson serves as a Senior Design Program Manager at RingCentral, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Portland, Oregon, she focuses on enhancing customer experiences while supporting the design team. In this role, she utilizes her extensive background in design program management to oversee various projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience at Wells Fargo
Before joining RingCentral, Kendra worked at Wells Fargo for eight years, from 2013 to 2021. During her tenure, she held the position of AVP - Design Program Manager and also served as a Front End Producer on a contract basis from 2009 to 2012. Her experience at Wells Fargo contributed to her expertise in managing design programs and enhancing user experiences.
Career Background in Project Management
Kendra has a diverse career background in project management, having worked in various roles across different companies. She was a Project Manager at MarkerSeven for one year and served as a Corporate Web Manager at Netopia for six years. Additionally, she held contract positions as a Technical Project Manager at PlanetOut Inc and as a Web Producer at Adobe, among others.
Educational Background
Kendra studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from 1990 to 1992. She also attended Irvine Valley College from 1988 to 1990, focusing on general education. Her educational background provides a foundation for her skills in communication and understanding user needs.
Skills and Expertise
Kendra possesses a strong skill set in resourcing, allocations, schedule building, and communications. With over 15 years of experience in web design and production management, she has developed a commitment to enhancing customer experiences. Additionally, she has a dual career as a documentary filmmaker, which complements her design program management expertise.