Megan Villanueva
About Megan Villanueva
Megan Villanueva serves as the Head of Product at Column, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in product management, having previously worked at Ashoka, Asemio, and Global Press Institute in various roles.
Current Role at Column
Megan Villanueva serves as the Head of Product at Column, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees product strategy and development, ensuring alignment with the company's goals. Her leadership focuses on enhancing user experience and driving product innovation.
Previous Experience at Column
Prior to her current role, Megan Villanueva worked at Column in various capacities. She was a Group Product Manager from 2022 to 2023, where she managed product teams and initiatives. Earlier in 2022, she held the position of Product Manager for Core Public Notice, contributing to product development for seven months.
Experience at Ashoka
Megan Villanueva worked at Ashoka as a Product Manager for the Fellowship program from 2019 to 2020. During her ten-month tenure, she focused on developing and managing products that support Ashoka's mission of social entrepreneurship.
Background in Global Press Institute
Megan Villanueva has extensive experience with Global Press Institute, where she held multiple roles. She began as an Editorial Intern in 2015 for four months, later becoming a Development Associate from 2016 to 2017, and then served as the Associate Director of Business Development from 2017 to 2018, contributing to the organization's growth and outreach efforts.
Educational Background
Megan Villanueva earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication and Media Studies from California State University - East Bay. She studied there from 2014 to 2015, gaining foundational knowledge in communication principles and media practices.
Experience at Asemio
Megan Villanueva worked at Asemio as a Product Manager and Delivery Lead from 2020 to 2021. In this role, she was responsible for managing product delivery and ensuring that projects met client expectations in the Tulsa, Oklahoma Area.