Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal
I love to be close to where the action is at–working with founders at the earliest stages as they build technology to solve some of the world's biggest challenges.
My Philosophy
Growing up in Silicon Valley in the 90s, I’ve constantly been surrounded by innovation. Having experienced working at a tech giant and early-stage startup, I’ve learned that I love to be close to where the action is at–working with founders at the beginning stages as they build technology to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges. Working in venture allows me to replicate my experience in the early days at NerdWallet while simultaneously getting to learn about many different industries.
Experience
Before joining Costanoa, I was part of Sequoia Capital's marketing team where I helped founders tell their own stories across digital channels and advised portfolio companies on their social strategies. Before I joined the world of venture, I spent nearly 6 years at fintech startup NerdWallet where I joined as their second PR/marketing hire when the team was ~20 people and built their social media channels.
Education
BA in Communication with a minor in Anthropology from Santa Clara University
Perspectives from Taylor Bernal.
May 7, 2025 Company Building
Zentist Blueprints: Prioritize Customer Feedback and Community by Launching a User Conference Early
Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal
April 1, 2025 Portfolio
Cape Blueprints: Your Cell Phone Is Not Remotely Secure. Meet the Startup Founder Who’s Fixing That (For Real)
Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal
March 4, 2025 Company Building
Mindtrip Blueprints: Prioritize building authentic relationships (with more than just customers!)
Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal
January 22, 2025 Company Building
ForceMetrics Blueprints: This veteran FBI agent’s technology just might elevate trust in public safety
Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal
November 22, 2024 Company Building
Delphina Blueprints: Freeing Data Scientists to (Finally) Focus on the Deep Work
Director of Marketing & Platform
Taylor Bernal