Marilyn Stevens

Marilyn Stevens serves as a Nest Fellow at Nest since September 2022, advocating for artisans, makers, and the global craft sector. Prior to this, Marilyn held various senior roles at Target from November 2012 to April 2022, including Design Director, where responsibilities included leading product design for a $1 billion home brand and launching a national mentorship program to enhance design diversity. Earlier positions at Target involved managing home décor categories and contributing to the launch of the Pillowfort brand. Marilyn's career also includes a role as Sr. Manager of Visual Merchandising at Best Buy, where strategic leadership drove customer engagement across over 1000 retail locations. Additionally, Marilyn operated as a Product Marketing Strategist for Marilyn Stevens, Inc. and directed merchandising at Room and Board, shaping product design and sales strategies for a national furniture retailer. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Journalism/Advertising from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and studies at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.