John Harstad
About John Harstad
John Harstad serves as the Web & Ecommerce Manager at The Tile Shop, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in technology and marketing, with significant experience at 3M and a degree in Environmental Studies from Hamline University.
Work at The Tile Shop
John Harstad has been serving as the Web & Ecommerce Manager at The Tile Shop since 2021. In this role, he has implemented digital marketing tactics aimed at driving point-of-sale growth. His responsibilities include managing the company's online presence and optimizing the ecommerce platform to enhance customer engagement and sales performance.
Previous Experience at 3M
Prior to his current position, John Harstad worked at 3M for a total of six years in various roles. He served as an Interactive Technology Specialist from 2011 to 2017, where he focused on integrating technology into marketing strategies. He also held the position of Project Manager & Lead Web Developer for one year in 2010, and later worked as a Marketing Technology Supervisor from 2017 to 2021, overseeing marketing technology initiatives.
Consulting Experience
John Harstad worked as a Consultant at Jeane Thorne Inc. from 2005 to 2010, providing expertise to 3M. This role involved collaborating with various teams to enhance marketing efforts and technology integration. His experience in consulting contributed to his understanding of vendor and agency relationship management.
Education and Expertise
John Harstad earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Hamline University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. His educational background complements his professional expertise, which includes vendor and agency relationship management, product information management, and utilizing experimental A/B testing to optimize marketing strategies.
Early Career and Wilderness Stewardship
In 2005, John Harstad briefly worked as a Wilderness Stewardship Crew Member for the U.S. Forest Service in Leavenworth, Washington. This early experience provided him with a foundation in teamwork and problem-solving in outdoor environments, which he later applied in his professional roles across various industries.