Megan Mandarakas
About Megan Mandarakas
Megan Mandarakas is the Renewals & Expansion Manager at Classy.org, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in event management and market research, with previous roles at companies such as Octagon, Mischief Management, and The NPD Group.
Current Role at Classy
Megan Mandarakas serves as the Renewals & Expansion Manager at Classy.org. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's growth and client retention strategies. Her role involves managing renewals and identifying expansion opportunities within the client base, ensuring that Classy maintains strong relationships with its users.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Megan has extensive experience in event management. She worked at Mischief Management as an Event Operations Manager from 2018 to 2020, where she oversaw various operational aspects of events. Additionally, she was part of the Event Team at Octagon for four months in 2020. Her background in event management is complemented by her role as Experience Manager at Lightbox from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Megan earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Marketing/Marketing Management from Hofstra University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She also obtained an Event Planning Certification from the New York Institute of Art and Design, completing her studies there from 2015 to 2016. This educational foundation supports her expertise in marketing and event planning.
Career in Market Research
Megan began her career in market research at The NPD Group, where she worked in various roles from 2014 to 2016. Initially, she was a Market Research Analyst for nine months, followed by a year as a Client Development Specialist focusing on eCommerce Receipts. She also completed an internship at The NPD Group in 2013, which provided her with foundational experience in the field.
Retail Experience
Megan has experience in the retail sector, having worked as a Brand Associate at Athleta from 2020 to 2021. She also held the position of Personal Stylist & Sales Associate at ANN INC. from 2013 to 2014. These roles enhanced her customer service skills and provided insight into brand management and sales strategies.