The WONDER Project
Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten is an accomplished executive with a robust background in leadership and strategic development across various industries. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of The WONDER Project since March 2023, and a board member for multiple organizations, including TeamSnap, VNV Global AB, and ROKA, Kelly has demonstrated expertise in fostering growth and innovation. Previous roles include President and COO at Aura, where a focus on promoting healthy digital lifestyles was paramount, and Vice President of Content Partnerships at YouTube, overseeing large-scale partner relationships with a diverse team. Kelly's tenure at Netflix involved spearheading international expansion and strategy, complemented by substantial accomplishments at Sony Pictures Entertainment and early career positions at Audax Group and Bain & Company. Academic credentials include an MBA from Harvard Business School and dual BBA degrees from The University of Texas at Austin.
The WONDER Project
We are excited to introduce The WONDER Project, a transformative new media company for the global faith and values audience. We understand the profound impact that stories have on our lives, and our purpose is to tell stories that restore faith in things worth believing in that will endure for generations. Guided by the principles of courage, collaboration, excellence and service, we strive to see the world through different perspectives, recognizing that empathy fosters understanding and unity.