Katja Gagen MBA 22

I chose the UC Davis MBA for its STEM designation, innovation-driven curriculum, IMPACT learning model and collaborative culture.

Current Position

• Head of Communications at Bloom Energy

Previous Work Experience

• Principal and Head of Marketing at Technology Crossover Ventures
• Head of External Communications at Brex
• VP Marketing at General Catalyst
• VP Marketing at Warburg Pincus
• Senior Manager, Executive Communications at Cisco

Previous Education

• M.A. in political science, international relations, languages, Johannes-Gutenberg University, Germany
• B.A. in business management, Berlin University of Applied Sciences
• UCSC Silicon Valley Executive Business Program

Fun Facts

• Identical twin: I’m four minutes younger than my sister.
• Trailblazer: I’m drawn to the road less traveled. If not in communications, I’d pursue negotiation or intelligence work.
• Competitive teammate: I bring a competitive spirit while supporting those around me—on the tennis court and beyond.