Gillian Jakob Kieser

Gillian Jakob Kieser has a diverse work experience spanning different industries and roles. Gillian started their career as a Production Intern at Tech TV (now G4) where they coordinated assets and learned how to produce segments for a tech-support television show. Gillian then worked as an Educator at Vidal Sassoon, where they not only worked as a stylist but also created and implemented curricula for trainees and continuing education.

After that, Gillian worked as a Sales & Marketing Coordinator at MAKE magazine, managing complex sales and advertising initiatives and overseeing the Learn to Solder tent at the Maker Faire. Gillian then became a Marketing and Brand Manager at Prismatic!, where they managed communications, content strategy, and brand building.

Gillian also freelanced as a Creative Branding, Messaging, and Marketing specialist, helping entrepreneurs and creatives develop their brand stories and growth strategies. Gillian then joined CircleCI as a Content Marketing Manager, building and managing the company's content marketing program. Gillian later became the Senior Content Manager and eventually the Director of Content Marketing at CircleCI, overseeing production, distribution, and strategy for all content marketing and brand storytelling programs.

Throughout their career, Gillian has demonstrated a unique combination of attention to detail, data-driven strategy, and creativity in developing and implementing marketing and growth initiatives.

Gillian Jakob Kieser attended the Coaches Training Institute (CTI) from 2018 to 2020, where they focused on Co-Active Coaching and Leadership Development. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology from UCLA, attending from 2001 to 2005. In addition to their formal education, they also received a certification called "4-Year Copy School Anniversary" from Copyhackers in December 2021.