Andrea Palten

Andrea Palten is an accomplished marketing leader currently serving as Vice President of Marketing at Techstars, where responsibility includes building and expanding the company’s global brand and enhancing entrepreneur awareness. Since 2014, Andrea has operated as a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, establishing marketing departments and strategies for various clients, including Fortune 500 companies. Andrea has held significant leadership roles, including Chief Marketing Officer at Talking Talent, where promotion to global role was achieved, and head of marketing at Big Chill Appliances, which saw substantial online sales growth under their direction. Additional experience includes roles at Mercy Housing, Enfocus Solutions Inc., American Humane Association, and Archstone. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Colorado Boulder and multiple certifications from Cornell University and other institutions focusing on marketing strategy and operations.