Vanessa Preisler is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in consulting, education, and the sports industry. Currently serving as a Managing Consultant at Pepper Foster Consulting and an Adjunct Business Instructor for the Sports Product Design Graduate Program at the University of Oregon, Preisler has held significant roles at Columbia Sportswear Company, Target, and Nike. With a strong foundation in merchandising and product line management, Preisler's previous positions include Senior Merchandising Manager and Global Product Line Manager. An academic background includes an MBA from Stanford University, dual Master's degrees in Asian Studies and International Studies from the University of Oregon, and a BA from Brown University.