Catherine Ronayne
About Catherine Ronayne
Catherine Ronayne is the Director of Marketing at NWEA, where she has worked since 2013. She has extensive experience in marketing, having held director positions at Pearson and CTB/McGraw-Hill over a career spanning several decades.
Current Role at NWEA
Catherine Ronayne serves as the Director of Marketing at NWEA, a position she has held since 2013. Based in the Portland, Oregon Area, she is responsible for leading marketing strategies and initiatives that align with the organization's goals. Her extensive experience in educational marketing supports her role in enhancing NWEA's outreach and engagement efforts.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to her current role, Catherine Ronayne held several significant positions in marketing. She worked at Pearson as Director of Marketing from 1984 to 2005, accumulating 21 years of experience. She also served as Director of Marketing at CTB/McGraw-Hill from 2006 to 2012, contributing to the company's marketing strategies for 6 years. Additionally, she held various director roles at Pearson and NCS Pearson, totaling over 40 years in the marketing field.
Educational Background
Catherine Ronayne earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Relations, Marketing, and Foreign Studies from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where she studied from 1980 to 1984. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in International Management from the University of St. Thomas, completing her studies from 1985 to 1988.
Career Timeline
Catherine Ronayne's career spans several decades in the marketing sector, particularly within the educational industry. She began her career at NCS Pearson in 1983, where she worked for 17 years. She continued at Pearson for an additional 23 years, followed by 6 years at CTB/McGraw-Hill. Her diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of marketing in the education sector.