Lora Priest

Lora (Deeds) Priest is a seasoned professional in analyst relations and public relations with extensive experience in cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and technology communication. Currently serving as Senior Analyst Relations Manager at Barracuda since July 2019, Lora leads global analyst relations across various security domains. Previous roles include managing analyst relations at BMC Software, where Lora focused on digital service operations and mainframe solutions, and serving as Principal Consultant for Avista PR & Marketing, consulting for multiple clients in IT security and cloud services. Lora has also held marketing communication roles at Exact and irth Solutions, demonstrating a strong background in content development and strategy. Additionally, Lora served as President of the Central Ohio Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, enhancing professional development for local PR practitioners. Lora's educational background includes a BA in Communication Arts with a focus on Public Relations from Ohio Northern University.