Tyler McDonald

Tyler McDonald is a seasoned professional currently serving as a Senior Brand Manager at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) since June 2023, where responsibilities include overseeing market intelligence and insights within Ascend Learning Fitness & Wellness. Prior to this role, Tyler held the position of Vice President and Strategy Director at Edelman from May 2021 to June 2023, and Associate Director at BrandOutlook LLC from January 2020 to April 2021. Additional experience includes strategic roles at Golin, Luntz Global, and Booz Allen Hamilton, where Tyler contributed to defense and intelligence consulting. Tyler began a career in the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Legal Assistant while studying full-time and gained early experience as a Financial and Public Affairs Intern at the Naval Research Laboratory. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs from The George Washington University, a Graduate Certificate in International Business Management from Georgetown University, and a Graduate Certificate in Global Sports Management from New York University.