Megan Effertz

Megan Effertz has a diverse range of work experience. Megan currently works as the VP, Brand Leader for Xcelerator launches in Web3 and Mental Health at Emerald, where they lead the launch of new brands focused on emerging topics. Prior to this, Megan was an Adjunct Professor at the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business. Megan also held the position of Chief Experience Officer at Village Bank, where they were responsible for strategy, customer and employee experience, marketing, risk, and human resources. Megan's past roles include Executive Editor at Minnesota Business magazine, President of Agency 128 (a strategic marketing agency), Senior Vice President Marketing at Imagine! Print Solutions, and VP, Marketing at Archway Marketing Services. Megan began their career as a Marketing Manager at SWM International and worked as a Sales Communication Specialist at Medica.

Megan Effertz has a Masters degree in Business Communication from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business. Megan also holds a BA in Communications from the University of Minnesota. In 2010-2011, Megan completed the Executive Leadership Program at Women Unlimited, focusing on leadership, communication, and business. Megan completed their high school education at Minnetonka High School. Additionally, Megan has obtained the Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ) certification from Google in 2021.