Meghan R.
About Meghan R.
Meghan R. is a Community Engagement Officer at DreamSpring, where she focuses on increasing community awareness of the organization's offerings. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and Modern History from the University of St Andrews and has extensive experience in program management and business development.
Current Role at DreamSpring
Meghan R. serves as the Community Engagement Officer at DreamSpring, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she actively engages with local communities to enhance awareness and visibility of DreamSpring's offerings. Meghan collaborates with diverse teams to achieve common goals, focusing on building relationships that foster community support and involvement.
Previous Experience at PeopleFund
Prior to her role at DreamSpring, Meghan worked at PeopleFund, where she held two positions. From 2017 to 2018, she served as the Bloom Lab Manager & Advancement Specialist, and from 2018 to 2019, she was the Women's Program Manager. In these roles, she contributed to the development and management of programs aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Austin, Texas area.
Educational Background
Meghan R. earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations and Modern History from the University of St Andrews in Scotland. She studied at the university from 2011 to 2015, gaining a comprehensive understanding of global issues and historical contexts that inform her current work in community engagement and program management.
Experience in Community Engagement
Meghan has extensive experience in community engagement and program management. She previously worked as the Development and Communications Manager at Go Austin/Vamos Austin from 2019 to 2021, where she focused on community outreach and support initiatives. Additionally, her role as a Publicity Officer for the Nightline Association from 2011 to 2013 involved promoting awareness of the organization's services within the St Andrews community.
Skills and Specializations
Meghan specializes in optimizing systems and implementing change management initiatives to improve internal efficiency and client value. She provides business advisement to entrepreneurs, focusing on strategic operations and communications. Her experience also includes fundraising and managing statewide programs, showcasing her ability to drive growth and enhance productivity across various initiatives.