Carnegie Mellon University

Brand Strategy

The brand strategy team drives the institution's reputation by positioning CMU's unique strengths and amplifying its brand message. Focused on measurable impact, the team steers marketing efforts to enhance brand affinity among key audiences. We collaborate with campus partners to create strategic alignment across initiatives, manage major brand sponsorships, develop paid advertising plans and conduct marketing data analysis. 

Varun Rambhala
Director of Strategy

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Kara Kessler
Senior Brand Manager of Projects and Research

Angela Schmitz
Marketing Data Analyst

Brandi Underwood
Associate Director of Admission Marketing

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Jimmy Zackal
Digital Marketing Specialist