Inside the Ohana
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Inside the Ohana: The Value of Staying Creatively Relevant

In this episode, Jane Hynes, VP of Communications at Google Cloud, shares captivating behind-the-scenes stories from her successful tenure at Salesforce that emphasize the significance of creative problem-solving and product comprehension.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

Industry
Technology, Information, and Internet
Founded
2008
Jane Hynes

Guest Bio

Jane Hynes is the Vice President of Google Cloud Comms where she leads the Internal and External Comms teams. Prior to joining Google, Jane spent more than 14 years at Salesforce where she led the company's communications strategy from its days as a start-up, through its IPO, to the Fortune 500 company it is today. Jane's counsel and communications strategy were integral to establishing cloud computing in the enterprise software industry. 

During her tenure, Hynes has received many accolades including PRWeek Small Corporate Communications Team of the Year in 2005 and being named to the PRWeek 40 under 40 list in 2010. In addition, she was named a Holmes Report In2’s Innovator 25 in 2013. Hynes also led the team when it was awarded one of the Best Places to Work in US PR in 2014 by PRWeek.

Hynes also previously held PR roles at OutCast Communications and Hamilton Ink. She received a bachelor's degree in Biology from Santa Clara University. Outside of work, Jane enjoys traveling the world with her family and cooking (Tagines are a specialty).

Guest Bio

Jane Hynes is the Vice President of Google Cloud Comms where she leads the Internal and External Comms teams. Prior to joining Google, Jane spent more than 14 years at Salesforce where she led the company's communications strategy from its days as a start-up, through its IPO, to the Fortune 500 company it is today. Jane's counsel and communications strategy were integral to establishing cloud computing in the enterprise software industry. 

During her tenure, Hynes has received many accolades including PRWeek Small Corporate Communications Team of the Year in 2005 and being named to the PRWeek 40 under 40 list in 2010. In addition, she was named a Holmes Report In2’s Innovator 25 in 2013. Hynes also led the team when it was awarded one of the Best Places to Work in US PR in 2014 by PRWeek.

Hynes also previously held PR roles at OutCast Communications and Hamilton Ink. She received a bachelor's degree in Biology from Santa Clara University. Outside of work, Jane enjoys traveling the world with her family and cooking (Tagines are a specialty).

Episode Summary

Jane Hynes, VP of Communications for Google Cloud, shares behind-the-scenes stories from her impressive 14+ years at Salesforce, where she led the company's communications strategy from its days as a start-up, through its IPO, to the Fortune 500 company it is today. In this episode, you’ll hear real-life examples that emphasize the significance of creative problem-solving and advice for aspiring communications professionals.

Key Takeaways

Quotes

“It taught me the power of being creative, collaborating with other people, and being able to make a real impact at the same time.” ––Jane Hynes, VP of Communications, Google Cloud

Episode Highlights

*(02:00) - Ohana Origins: Jane’s introduction to Salesforce 

*(08:00) -  What does the Ohana mean to Jane?

*(14:00) - What’s Cooking: Jane’s career post-Salesforce

*(17:00) - Future Forecast: What’s in store for the future of Salesforce?

*(18:00) - Advice for aspiring communications professionals

*(20:00) - Lightning Round!

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