Casey Pladus
About Casey Pladus
Casey Pladus serves as the Director of Product Development at Sallie Mae, a position held since 2023. With a diverse background in product development and strategic partnerships, Pladus has previously worked at various organizations including Scholly, Inc. and ZogSports.
Work at Sallie Mae
Casey Pladus has been serving as the Director of Product Development at Sallie Mae since 2023. In this role, Pladus is responsible for overseeing the development and enhancement of product offerings within the organization. This position involves strategic planning and collaboration with various teams to ensure that products meet the needs of customers and align with the company's objectives.
Current Role at Scholly, Inc.
In addition to the role at Sallie Mae, Casey Pladus has been the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Scholly, Inc. since 2021. This position entails building and maintaining relationships with key partners to advance the company's mission. Pladus focuses on identifying opportunities for collaboration that can enhance Scholly's services and outreach.
Previous Experience at ZogSports
Casey Pladus has extensive experience with ZogSports, where they held multiple positions. Initially, Pladus served as the Sports Operations and Growth Manager from 2014 to 2017 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, and later as the General Manager from 2018 to 2019 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. In these roles, Pladus was involved in managing operations and driving growth initiatives for the organization.
Educational Background
Casey Pladus has a strong educational background. Pladus earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Communication with double minors in Marketing and Sociology from American University, completing the degree in 2012. Pladus is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at The Wharton School, expected to be completed in 2024. Additionally, Pladus is working towards a Sustainability Certificate through UCLA Extension, which has been in progress since 2018.
Early Career and Internships
Before taking on managerial roles, Casey Pladus gained valuable experience through various internships. Notably, Pladus worked as a Quality Assurance Intern at WeddingWire in 2010 and as a Community Relations Intern at DC United in 2011. These early roles provided foundational skills in operations and community engagement, contributing to Pladus's professional development.