Margo Mendez-Penate

About Margo Mendez-Penate

In my 19-year journey through the dynamic world of corporate communications, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the most innovative companies shaping our future. From guiding startups through their storytelling to crafting strategic narratives for established giants like Adobe and Cisco, I thrive on transforming complex ideas into engaging stories that resonate with audiences. My passion lies not just in sharing information but in creating connections that elevate brands and drive loyalty.Currently at dcbel as their first in-house PR leader, I’ve spearheaded a storytelling program that increased our brand visibility by 20%. It’s been exhilarating to build this from the ground up while collaborating closely with teams across the company to showcase our advancements in clean tech and AI. My previous role at Adobe involved managing communications around high-stakes M&A transactions and navigating the exciting landscape of AI innovation. This experience taught me the power of clarity during uncertainty.Throughout my time at Cisco and Demandbase, I focused on elevating brand awareness through strategic media relations and influencer partnerships. At Facebook\'s Messenger team, I led monetization communication initiatives that required creativity under pressure. These experiences have honed my ability to adapt quickly while maintaining a clear vision for effective communication strategies. It’s about more than just words; it’s about building trust.Outside of work, my background in Art History from NYU fuels my appreciation for creativity beyond the corporate realm. Whether it\'s exploring art exhibitions or engaging with local community initiatives focused on education and technology access, I find inspiration everywhere. Connecting narratives across different fields enriches my approach to communication—each story matters.Skills: Corporate Communications | Media Relations | Strategic Storytelling | Branding | Product Communications | AI Tools and Platforms | Content | Analyst Relations | Content Strategy and Execution | Experiential Marketing | Messaging and Narrative Development | Internal Communications | Analyst Relations

Experience

1. Head of Pr and Communications

   Dcbel

   Jan 2025 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Spearheaded the establishment of dcbel\'s first in-house PR function, delivering strategic counsel that laid the foundation for effective communication practices across the organization.Developed and executed a storytelling program that elevated brand visibility by 20%, significantly enhancing dcbel\'s presence within the clean technology sector.Crafted compelling narratives that highlighted dcbel\'s innovative contributions to AI, clean technology, energy, resulting in increased engagement from key stakeholders and media outlets.Guided a comprehensive content strategy that drove a measurable increase in traffic to dcbel\'s blog and social media channels, fostering greater audience interaction.Skills: PR Strategy, Brand Storytelling, Media Relations, Content Development, Clean Technology

Education

• New York University New

  Bachelor of Arts, Art History

  2003 — 2007

• Brewster Academy

  Diploma

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Corporate Communications
• Strategy
• Strategic Communications
• Social Media
• Pitching
• Interviews
• Event Management
• Crisis Communications
• Publicity
• Social Networking
• Communication Training
• Press Release Development
• New Media
• Marketing
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Online Advertising
• Writing
• Press Releases
• Digital Media
• Communications Strategy
• Press Release Creation
• Marketing Strategy
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook