Melissa Beckwith

Melissa Beckwith is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic leadership and innovation, currently serving as Chief Strategy Officer and Vice President of Strategy & Innovation at Butler University since 2007. Additionally, Melissa holds advisory roles at High Alpha Innovation and Juvo Ventures, contributing expertise to early-stage technology-enabled education companies and fostering community among senior executives. Prior experience includes positions such as Interim Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Innovation and Associate Director of Marketing Communications at Valparaiso University. Melissa's educational background includes a BS in Marketing from Butler University and an MBA from Valparaiso University.