Andrea Markowski

Andrea Markowski has a diverse work experience in marketing and communications. Andrea currently works as the Director of Convention Marketing at Travel Portland since 2022. Prior to that, they worked as a Strategic Marketing/Communications Consultant, analyzing market trends and constructing marketing strategies for SMBs and start-ups from 2020 to 2022. Andrea also served as a Marketing Director (Consultant) at SkillBurst Interactive from February to May 2022.

Before their consultancy work, Andrea was the Marketing Manager at Intersection Co., where they developed B2B sales and product marketing strategies for multiple U.S. markets from 2020 to 2022. Andrea also gained experience in digital marketing during their time at the University of Oregon, where they worked as a Graduate Employee Fellowship in the College of Business and as a UX Assistant for University Communications.

Earlier in their career, Andrea owned Studio A.M. from 2004 to 2020, where they likely gained entrepreneurial skills and experience. Andrea also worked at Cardinal Health as a Consultant and MBA Marketing Summer Intern, conducting qualitative data analysis and coordinating marketing materials for B2C retail pharmacy eCommerce solution. Andrea worked at Heart of America Group as a Marketer, Video Producer, and Designer, establishing in-house video operations and optimizing email marketing practices for multiple locations.

Andrea has also worked with the City of Des Moines as a Communications Specialist (contract) in 2017 and at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK as a Multimedia Video Marketing Manager, B2B Marketer, Multimedia Designer, and Photojournalist for The Des Moines Register, flagship publication, between 2007 and 2016. Throughout their career, Andrea has demonstrated expertise in marketing strategy, content creation, digital marketing, and project management.

Andrea Markowski completed their education history with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Oregon in 2020. Their focus during their MBA studies was on Innovation and Entrepreneurship as well as Advanced Strategy and Leadership. Prior to their MBA, they attended Des Moines Area Community College, where they obtained an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Commercial Art and also received a Video Production Certificate. Andrea also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Simpson College, where they studied Secondary Education and Theatre Arts, specializing in Teaching and Theatrical Direction.

In addition to their formal education, Andrea has obtained certifications such as Google Ads (AdWords) Essential Training from LinkedIn in August 2020. Andrea also holds a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (Drone-sUAS) from the FAA. It is worth noting that there is an additional certification in Video Production, but the specific institution and acquisition date are not provided.