Kaelyn Peterson

Kaelyn Peterson, MBA has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Kaelyn currently holds the position of Director of Strategic Communications and Engagement at Grimmway Farms since October 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Executive Director of Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (BAKPAC) from July 2021 to October 2022. In their role at Greater Bakersfield Chamber, they served as the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs from July 2018 to October 2022 and also worked as the Manager of Policy & Public Affairs from April 2018 to July 2021. Kaelyn gained political experience working at the California State Senate in the Office of Senator Jean Fuller from April 2017 to April 2018. Additionally, they had a brief role in news production at KTXL FOX40 News from October 2017 to December 2017. Earlier in their career, they gained experience in the entertainment industry as an Intern at Alchemy Entertainment, where they assisted with various tasks related to film and television production. Kaelyn also worked as an Intern at Bakersfield Life Magazine, where they wrote articles, conducted interviews, and participated in administrative tasks. Kaelyn began their professional journey as a Production Assistant on the feature film "A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night," where they facilitated communication on set and assisted in prepping scenes.

Kaelyn Peterson earned their Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from UCLA in 2016. Kaelyn then pursued further education and obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from California State University, Bakersfield between 2020 and 2021. It is worth noting that prior to their degree in Communication Studies, they also completed a Bachelor's degree in Communication, General at UCLA, although the specific dates for this degree are not provided.