Kyla Feeney

Senior Manager of Global Events

Denver, Colorado, United States

About

Hi there! I’m Kyla Feeney, a passionate and results-driven events professional with over a decade of experience in creating unforgettable experiences that make hearts flutter and brands shine. Whether it’s orchestrating high-profile events for hundreds of attendees or collaborating with teams to bring innovative ideas to life, I’m all about adding that special touch of magic to everything I do. ✨ At Red Canary, I’ve had the pleasure of leading strategic events that not only enhance brand visibility but also drive significant business outcomes (like a 7x YoY pipeline growth!). I thrive on managing every detail—from logistics to budgets—ensuring that each event is as seamless as it is spectacular. Beyond the logistics, what truly lights me up is the opportunity to collaborate with creative minds and foster meaningful connections with partners and attendees alike. I believe that the best events are those that leave a lasting impression, and I’m always excited to create those moments of joy and impact. When I’m not planning events, you can find me exploring new places, sipping on a perfectly brewed coffee, or dreaming up my next big trip.

Experience

  • Senior Manager, Global Events at Akamai Technologies
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    Planning and executing a wide range of small to large Akamai customer events (in person, digital and/or hybrid) including leading Akamai’s industry 3rd party tradeshows and Akamai led events.

  • Red Canary, a Zscaler company (6 yrs 3 mos)
    • Manager, Strategic Events
      Sep 2023 - Jan 2026 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      Strategically plan and execute Red Canary’s most influential events, driving a 7x year-over-year pipeline growth and significantly enhancing brand visibility across 100K+ security professionals. Direct cross-functional teams in event planning, vendor coordination, scheduling, and staffing needs for hosted events, trade shows and conferences, ensuring flawless execution and exceptional attendee satisfaction. Leverage data and analytics to optimize event strategies, report KPIs, and foster continuous improvement while scaling global event operations through a streamlined playbook.

    • Senior National Events Manager
      Feb 2022 - Sep 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Designed and managed 30+ annual field marketing campaigns, resulting in a 200% improvement in event outcomes. Delivered innovative, data-driven strategies while overseeing a $2M budget to optimize event ROI and align marketing initiatives with company goals.

    • Field Marketing Manager
      Nov 2019 - Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      Earned a promotion by successfully leading 100+ field marketing campaigns annually, aligning event themes with cybersecurity trends to drive engagement and increasing pipeline 20% year-over-year. Delivered impactful events through effective project management and cross-team alignment, and optimizing post event follow up. Managed a $2M event budget, operationalizing resources to maximize ROI and achieve business goals.

  • SpotX ()
    • Senior Manager, Events and Experiences
      Oct 2018 - Nov 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Executed international events with 500+ attendees, elevating brand visibility and positioning SpotX as a thought leader. Collaborated with global teams to design and deliver strategic events in markets like Australia, Singapore, and Japan, maintaining a consistent global brand presence.

    • Event Marketing Manager
      Jan 2018 - Oct 2018 · 10 mos

      Planning, coordinating and overseeing the execution of event related marketing campaigns and other communication plans. I ensure campaigns are aligned with the overall marketing message and company strategy, and that branding guidelines are followed. I am responsible for coordinating all event logistics where SpotX has a presence to ensure that the right message is presented to each audience in a way that has the most impact.

    • Marketing Coordinator
      Sep 2016 - Dec 2017 · 1 yr 4 mos

      SpotX is a video inventory management platform for premium publishers and broadcasters, helping them manage all of their demand sources from one place, and monetize content across all screens. The SpotX platform offers publishers unprecedented transparency and insight, creating a safe, controlled environment that allows them to connect with advertisers, and achieve the highest revenue possible. • Coordinating logistical details of the company’s participation with an extensive industry event schedule during the year • Supporting the director of event marketing in implementing the company’s strategic event plan, including taking charge of execution of tactical initiatives • Creating internal and external communications for upcoming events • Planning and executing social media promotion for events: before, during and after • Supporting the overall marketing team on various projects

  • Marketing Specialist at Wayin
    Jun 2015 - Jun 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Wayin is a social media intelligence and marketing software company that offers solutions to surface the best social trends and content to persuade action and drive marketing results. Wayin gives brands control over their social data to create real-time experiences for consumers that foster trust and drive action. • Maintain digital and social media messaging and engagement programs, as well as coordinate special marketing programs for client engagement • Edit, write & track performance of blog posts, email and social media content • Collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data on performance of marketing programs

  • Account Coordinator at Layer Cake Creative
    May 2014 - Jun 2015 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Layer Cake Creative specializes in creative, integrated professional services, marketing and PR strategies & solutions that deliver both strategic vision and heightened brand awareness. We specialize in communications, design, publicity and online marketing that enrich your brand and support your strategic and sales goals. Founded on 20+ years of experience, Layer Cake Creative is known for exceptional creativity matched by experience, enthusiasm, and precision. • Coordinator of client account including creative team efforts; interfacing with client contacts and their partners and vendors; management of account schedule and budget • First point of contact for marketing and advertising vendors seeking to partner with our client • Assist in event coordination and vendor management • Interface with client's internal marketing resources • Assist with execution of account-related marketing and PR work