Cayla Baker-Ruiz

Cayla Baker-Ruiz has a diverse work experience in communications and public relations, with their most recent role being the Director of Communications at Forter since March 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Tenable from 2016 to 2022, starting as a Public Relations Coordinator and progressing to roles such as Public Relations Associate, Public Relations Manager, and eventually Sr. Manager of Global Public Relations. Their responsibilities at Tenable included managing a team of professionals, developing and executing media strategies, expanding the company's presence in different countries, and spearheading the introduction of the Tenable Research brand. Before joining Tenable, Cayla was a Marketing and Communications Specialist at Choice Technologies, Inc. from 2015 to 2016, where they focused on brand positioning, inbound marketing, and external communications. Cayla also gained experience as a Brand Marketing/Public Relations Intern at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., specifically working with the DEWALT brand.

Cayla Baker-Ruiz earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Public Relations and Communications Management from the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Journalism and Public Relations at Towson University.