The Silicon Valley Brand Forum Team consists of dedicated volunteers who do everything from event planning to volunteer coordination and content development to promotion.
Kevin Heney
Executive Director
Kevin has worked in brand and marketing communications for over 20 years, managing the visual side of brands for companies like Tandem, Informix, Quantum and Informatica.
Steve Farnsworth
Director
Steve runs Jolt Social Media, a new school marketing training consultancy that tech-based companies shorten sale cycles and increase preference for their products. Steve has helped with every aspect of the Silicon Valley Brand Forum since 2004.
Patricia Dixen
Director
Patricia is a seasoned brand manager who has helped manage the brand at Agilent, Sun Microsystems and currently at Trend Micro. She been a key member of the Silicon Valley Brand Forum team since 2007.
Barbara Christian
Director
Barbara has over 20 years in marketing and advertising, having worked for Agilent, Cadence and Brocade. She has brought her expertise to the brand forum team since 2009.
Natalie Bering
Volunteer Coordinator
Natalie Bering works with PR and Marketing professionals to create and refine their communications strategy. Natalie relocated to the Bay Area after graduating from Oregon State University. She currently serves as the Account Manager for PR Newswire in Silicon Valley, as well as the Volunteer Coordinator for the Silicon Valley Brand Forum since 2010.
