Meija Jacobs
About Meija Jacobs
Meija Jacobs is the Senior Portfolio Director for Design For Food at IDEO, where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Master of Arts from Pepperdine University and has extensive experience in brand strategy and design.
Work at IDEO
Meija Jacobs currently serves as the Senior Portfolio Director for Design for Food at IDEO, a role she has held since 2018. In this position, she focuses on developing innovative design solutions within the food sector. Prior to this role, she worked as a Portfolio Director and Brand Strategist at IDEO from 2015 to 2017. Her extensive experience at IDEO spans multiple roles, including Senior Design Lead and Brand Strategist from 2008 to 2015, where she contributed to various design projects and strategies.
Education and Expertise
Meija Jacobs earned a Master of Arts degree from Pepperdine University, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at Mount Holyoke College from 1989 to 1992. Additionally, she attended Interlochen Arts Academy from 1984 to 1988. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in design and strategic planning, which she has applied throughout her career.
Background
Before joining IDEO, Meija Jacobs worked at Team One as Associate Director of Strategic Planning from 2000 to 2008. Her experience in strategic planning has informed her approach to design and brand strategy. Jacobs has a diverse background in design and strategic roles, which has contributed to her current focus on food design at IDEO.
Career Timeline
Meija Jacobs has had a progressive career in design and strategy. She began her professional journey at Team One from 2000 to 2008, followed by a significant tenure at IDEO starting in 2008. Over the years, she has transitioned through various roles at IDEO, culminating in her current position as Senior Portfolio Director for Design for Food. Her career reflects a commitment to integrating design with strategic planning.