Stephen Gaede

Stephen Gaede is an experienced digital strategy professional currently serving as the Associate Director of Digital Strategy at Towson University since September 2022. In this role, Stephen analyzes data and trends to enhance user experience, develops web-based performance measurement strategies, and collaborates with marketing and brand teams to execute online initiatives. Prior to this position, Stephen held various roles including Digital Optimization Manager and Digital Analyst at Catholic Relief Services, where data-driven analysis significantly improved digital marketing effectiveness, and Web Marketing Manager at Laureate Education, leading lead generation strategies for multiple educational institutions. Stephen's earlier experience includes managing web services teams at Johns Hopkins Medicine and Johns Hopkins University, in addition to working as a Multimedia Designer at Time Warner Cable. Stephen holds a Master's degree in Information Systems from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor's degree in Television, Radio, and Film Production from Syracuse University.