Ken Pascal

Ken Pascal is a strategic events, program, and project manager with a wealth of experience in leading and managing various high-profile events across the globe. He specializes in setting and achieving event goals, end-to-end planning, vendor management, logistics, and execution. Ken has a strong educational background that includes an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, with a focus on International Business and experience studying at various renowned universities worldwide.

Ken has an impressive portfolio of events that he has worked on and led, including Google I/O, Salesforce's Dreamforce and TrailblazerDX, Google Developer Days in multiple countries, Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, and various Google Developer Summits. He has also been involved in organizing conferences like AfricaCom in South Africa, ICAO aviation regulatory conference in Montreal, and tech events such as JS Conf in Chile and Perfnow in Amsterdam. Ken has also contributed to online campaigns like 11 Weeks Of Android and events like the Launch Festival, DeveloperWeek, and Startup Weekend.

Ken's career history includes notable roles such as Event Marketing Manager at Workday, Marketing Events Program Manager at Salesforce, and various positions at Google, including Program Manager for Chrome Developer Relations, Senior Leader Events Project Manager at The Google School for Leaders, and Android Developer Relations Program Manager. He has also been engaged in marketing and events at companies like Loon and Pollen Capital, and held managerial roles at different organizations including LAUNCH Festival, General Assembly, and Startup Weekend.

Ken's organizational involvement extends to positions such as the Vice President at Notre Dame Bay Area Alumni Association, Young Alumni Coordinator, and roles at various universities and institutions, showcasing his commitment to community building and alumni engagement. He has also worked in international capacities, demonstrating his global perspective and cross-cultural communication skills acquired through experiences in Japan and Italy.

Ken's expertise lies in building strategic partnerships, increasing lead generation, and enhancing product and brand awareness through event and content marketing strategies. He is well-versed in tech and startup ecosystems, and has a rich history of working with diverse communities. Ken's proficiency in event management, coupled with a strong educational foundation and extensive industry experience, positions him as a seasoned professional in the field of strategic events and program management.