Jeff Hicks

Jeff Hicks

Chief Product and Technology Officer - PR Newswire

Jeff Hicks is a global product and engineering leader with extensive experience driving technical innovation and scaling high-performing teams. Currently the Chief Product & Technology Officer at PR Newswire, Hicks has a proven track record of building SaaS solutions on scalable cloud architectures, while leveraging advanced software and AI capabilities.  With expertise in unified communications, software development, and leadership, Hicks has played a key role in technical leadership at a wide range of companies, including multiple successful startups.  Throughout his career, Hicks has fostered a culture of innovation, excellence, diversity, and learning.  As a certified coach for business leaders, Hicks is passionate about mentorship and coaching future leaders in the tech industry.

In addition to his leadership roles, Hicks holds several patents and is a published author on the topic of networking performance.  He is based in Cary, North Carolina.