Kristian Merenda, MBA

Kristian Merenda, MBA, is a renowned business leader known for driving transformative change in global brands and institutions, fostering business growth and societal impact.

She excels in engaging with C-level executives and global change-makers, leading iconic campaigns, and critical strategic initiatives.

Her management approach includes building core competencies in areas like marketing, public affairs, human resources, communications, and sustainability for organizational growth.

Merenda has spearheaded significant social impact initiatives, generating over $1 billion in financial returns for clients and directing $3 billion toward social interventions.

She was honored for creating the impactful Go Red for Women campaign and co-authored the acclaimed book 'Breakthrough Nonprofit Branding.'

Merenda's influential client projects have received numerous industry accolades, with Harvard Business School and the United Nations publishing her case studies.

As a thought leader in corporate social responsibility, she co-authored 'Citizenship in China: CSR Challenges in the ‘Harmonious Society’ and contributed to international research studies.

She is also a respected faculty member at Boston University and Harvard University, shaping purpose-driven leaders in marketing and management.

Merenda's expertise extends to training leaders through speaking engagements, executive education, and coaching at institutions like the American Marketing Association, Duke, and MIT.

Elected to public office in 2019, she serves as Chair of the Canton School Board, actively participating in municipal planning and policy development.

Her educational background includes studies at Harvard University, Questrom School of Business at Boston University, and Providence College, focusing on leadership, marketing, and business.

Throughout her career, she has held roles at prestigious organizations like Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, Edelman, and Wiley, contributing significantly to the fields of marketing and management.