Taylor Bernal

Taylor Bernal is an accomplished marketing professional with extensive experience in digital marketing and brand strategy. Currently serving as the Director of Marketing & Platform at Costanoa Ventures since October 2021, Taylor previously held the position of Digital Marketing Manager at Sequoia Capital, where leadership of digital marketing efforts and advisory roles for portfolio companies were key responsibilities. Prior experience at NerdWallet included roles such as Social Media Associate and Senior Marketing Analyst, where Taylor drove social media campaigns and co-founded the Black Nerds Network. Early career endeavors encompassed communications and event management roles at companies including PayPal, San Francisco International Airport, and Santa Clara University, where foundational skills in communication and leadership were developed. Taylor holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Anthropology from Santa Clara University.