Robin Meeks Joins SU as CMO

Dear Colleagues,

I am pleased to share that Robin Meeks is joining Seattle University as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Associate Vice President. This newly created role is part of the university's strategic goal of repositioning for growth and the transition to a center-led operating model for SU's marketing and communications. Robin will lead a team of marketing colleagues and campus partners in elevating the academic reputation of SU and strengthening brand alignment and enrollment marketing. Her first day with us will be April 11.

Robin brings to the position nearly 15 years of experience in higher education, most recently as Associate Vice President of Marketing at the University of Oklahoma. She previously held leadership positions at the University of Texas at Austin, Rice University and the University of Arizona. Prior to that, Robin was a brand manager with Kraft Foods and Kellogg Company.

Throughout her career—whether in the corporate world or higher ed—Robin has succeeded in integrating marketing and communications strategies, building strong brands and leading high-performing teams. Her energy, creativity and commitment to forging collaborative relationships will help move us toward our vision of being one of the world's most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities.

Away from work, Robin enjoys running, the outdoors in general and baking, with Snickerdoodles being an area of excellence. She asked that I share the following:

"I am excited to join Seattle University in this newly created role. This is an incredible opportunity to grow the awareness of the university and tell the amazing stories of the faculty and academic programs. I was drawn to this opportunity because I believe in the university's mission to educate the whole student," said Robin. "I look forward to being of service and a resource to the campus community."

I am grateful to all who participated in the search process that helped bring Robin to SU, and I look forward to welcoming her to our team.

Best regards,

Scott McClellan
Vice President for University Affairs