Jay Mayfield

Jay Mayfield is a seasoned public affairs professional with extensive experience in communication and marketing across various organizations. Currently serving as a Senior Public Affairs Specialist at the Federal Trade Commission since September 2019, Mayfield previously held the same role at the Commission from January 2013 to November 2016, where responsibilities included leading communication for privacy and identity theft initiatives. Mayfield's career also includes significant roles at the McCallie School as Director of Communications and Marketing, U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Public Affairs Specialist, and the University of Tennessee as Media Relations Coordinator. With a Master’s degree in Public Relations from The University of Georgia and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from The George Washington University, Mayfield has a strong foundational education complementing a robust career in public relations and crisis communication.