Marketing Educators' Association

Our next MEA highlight features Dr. Luke Williams, Competency-Based Education Coordinator and Sr. Lecturer at Central Washington University.

Luke’s favorite marketing topic is Consumer Behavior. He joined MEA because he sees it as a respected organization with great people, engaging and educational events, and valuable opportunities to connect with fellow marketing educators and share research throughout the year.

He’s brand new to the board, though he has already attended three conferences. If he weren’t in academia, Luke could see himself in entrepreneurship or consulting.

Outside of work, he’s a bass guitar player and an active, competitive tennis and pickleball player.

Congratulations Luke!

Our next MEA highlight features Mary Beth McCabe, Professor at Point Loma Nazarene University.

Mary Beth’s favorite marketing topics include Digital Marketing, with a focus on social, mobile, and GEO. She joined MEA to continue developing the craft of teaching marketing, and we’re excited to welcome her as a new member.

If she weren’t in academia, Mary Beth would be a world traveler. Right now, she’s enjoying The Pitt.

Congratulations Mary Beth!

📣 Call for Papers: MEA 2027 Annual Conference

We’re excited to announce that the Marketing Educators’ Association 2027 Annual Conference will be held in Nashville, TN, April 8–10!
We invite marketing educators, researchers, and practitioners to submit their work for the 51st Marketing Educators Conference as we celebrate the legacy, evolution, and future of marketing education.

✨ Conference themes include:
✔️ AI and machine learning
✔️ Virtual reality in marketing education
✔️ Mobile social commerce
✔️ Sustainability and social marketing
✔️ Consumer privacy
✔️ The future of teaching and learning in marketing education

🎶 In the heart of Music City, we’ll come together to compose the next chapter of our discipline through bold ideas, innovative teaching, and meaningful scholarship.

Please share this post with colleagues, doctoral students, and others in your network who may be interested in submitting or attending. Let’s spread the word and make MEA 2027 unforgettable!

🔗 Learn more:

2027 Conference | marketing-educators In the heart of Music City, let’s come together to compose the next chapter of our discipline. Inspired by Nashville’s legendary storytelling and creative spirit, this conference will explore bold ideas, innovations in teaching, and the evolving rhythm of marketing practice. The Marketing Educat...

Our next MEA highlight features Wendy K. Bendoni, Chair of Marketing & Fashion Marketing at Woodbury University.

Wendy’s favorite marketing topics include Digital Culture, Luxury Marketing, and Influencers. She joined MEA after attending one of the best conferences she’d been to in a long time and wanting to become a deeper part of the community.

She will begin serving as an at-large member of MEA, and we’re excited to have her perspective and energy in this role. If she weren’t in academia, Wendy could see herself as a futurist or wine maker.

Outside of work, Wendy recommends live poetry readings, supporting women’s soccer, and monthly Clydesdale rides in Cambria.

Congratulations Wendy!

📣 We launched our MEA LinkedIn business page, give it a follow and share if you are inclined 👉

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Our next board member highlight features Dr. Sarah Rand, Professor in the Department of Business Administration at St. Catherine University. Sarah’s focus is Marketing Research, and she brings a strong background in the field along with a clear passion for how marketing is taught and studied. We’re excited to have her serving as a first-year board member.

Outside of work, Sarah loves to travel and is a regular at hot yoga.

Congratulations on becoming Central Region Director of MEA!

Our next board member highlight features Dr. John Franklin, Assistant Professor at St. Catherine University. John spent 30 years working in marketing before moving into the classroom, and that experience shapes how he teaches every day. His focus areas include AI and Digital Marketing Analytics, and we’re excited to have him serving as a first-year board member.

Fun fact: he’s currently re-learning Japanese ahead of an upcoming university program trip.

Congratulations on becoming Central Region Director of MEA!

Our next board member highlight features Dr. Michael Pettiette, Member at Large of MEA and Professor at the University of Houston-Downtown.

Michael brings a wealth of industry experience to the classroom, having spent his career as an ad agency CEO and VP at CBS before transitioning into higher education. His areas of focus include Generative Engine Optimization, Marketing Education, and Marketing Org.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys collecting watches, gardening, and great television.

Stay tuned for more Meet the Board highlights!

Next up in our board member highlights: David Ackerman, Professor of Marketing at California State University, Northridge and a longstanding member of the MEA Executive Board.

David has been part of the MEA community for more than 10 years, with a focus on Consumer Behavior and International Marketing. His commitment to advancing marketing education has been a constant throughout his board service.

When he’s not in the classroom, you’ll likely find him behind a camera.

Stay tuned for more Meet the Board highlights!