Matt Mehrkens
About Matt Mehrkens
Matt Mehrkens serves as the Director of Sales at Viant Technology, where he utilizes the company's people-based data infrastructure to enhance omni-channel media supply and foster new business relationships. He has a diverse background in digital strategy and sales, having held various roles at Viant Technology and other organizations.
Current Role at Viant Technology
Matt Mehrkens serves as the Director of Sales at Viant Technology, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he plays a key part in leveraging the company's people-based data infrastructure to enhance omni-channel media supply. He focuses on disseminating Viant's core positioning and building new business relationships. Additionally, he manages individual contributors within a growing team, contributing to the overall sales strategy and execution.
Previous Experience at Viant Technology
Prior to his current role, Matt Mehrkens held several positions at Viant Technology. He worked as an Account Executive from 2017 to 2019, followed by a promotion to Senior Account Executive from 2019 to 2022. He then advanced to Associate Director of Sales, where he served from 2022 until 2024. His progression through these roles highlights his expertise in sales and account management within the organization.
Experience at Novus Media Inc.
Matt Mehrkens began his career at Novus Media Inc., where he worked as an Assistant Digital Strategist from 2013 to 2014 and later as a Digital Strategist from 2014 to 2015. During his time at Novus Media, he gained valuable experience in digital strategy, contributing to the company's media planning and execution efforts.
Education and Expertise
Matt Mehrkens studied at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Marketing from 2009 to 2013. He also attended Armstrong High School from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in sales and digital strategy.
Additional Work Experience
In addition to his roles at Viant Technology and Novus Media Inc., Matt Mehrkens worked as a Market Researcher at Adolfson & Peterson Construction for a brief period in 2011. He also served as a Digital Planner at Periscope from 2015 to 2017, further enhancing his skills in digital marketing and strategic planning.