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Mel Johnson

Practice Leader, Marketing Strategy
Mel Johnson is the Practice Leader of Marketing Strategy at Big Valley Marketing, where she helps B2B technology companies move from reactive execution to focused, strategic impact. With more than 15 years of experience, Mel is a trusted partner to growth-stage and enterprise clients navigating complex challenges—from budget constraints to market changes to shifting customer expectations. Mel brings a rare dual perspective as both a seasoned in-house marketing executive and an external consultant. At Big Valley, she leads the firm’s newest strategic practice, developing new frameworks, services, and team capabilities that strengthen clients’ go-to-market strategies. A core part of her work is with companies at the intersection of technology and health—especially in clinical trials and digital health—where she helps teams bring innovation to market, navigate complex buyer landscapes, and communicate with precision in a highly regulated space. Whether she’s guiding annual planning, launching a major product, or stepping in as a fractional CMO, Mel brings the critical thinking and steady leadership needed to align vision, execution, and results.

Prior to joining Big Valley, Mel served as Associate Director at Veeva Systems and Vice President of Marketing at Forte Research (now Advarra). She holds a bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communication from the School of Journalism and a bachelor’s degree in Spanish Literature from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Mel lives in Madison, WI, with her husband and two daughters. In her spare time, you’ll find her trying a new workout, reading the latest mindset book, or planning her next Disney adventure with her family.
Email:
mjohnson@bigvalley.co

Meet Mel

What do you do at Big Valley Marketing?
As the Practice Leader for Marketing Strategy at Big Valley, I lead our efforts to help clients take a step back from the noise and focus on what really moves the needle. I work closely with CMOs and marketing leaders to develop data-informed, insight-rich strategies that align with business priorities and drive long-term growth. That includes everything from sharpening their audience focus and uncovering new competitive advantages to building integrated campaigns and customer marketing strategies that truly resonate.

Why Big Valley Marketing?
I’m incredibly grateful to have found a place like Big Valley. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in scrappy startups, mid-size healthcare tech firms, and large global enterprises. I’ve sat in almost every seat on a marketing team—from the coordinator doing all the things to the VP leading the strategy. Big Valley brings together the best of all of those worlds: a high-performing, collaborative team that’s deeply invested in client success. Here, I get to bring together all my experience—marketing, SaaS, healthcare, storytelling, leadership—and apply it in meaningful ways every day. And as a mom to two amazing girls, I deeply value the flexibility and support that allows me to be both ambitious in my work and present at home.

What’s one thing fun or surprising/unexpected about you?
I’m a proud multi-passionate! If something sparks my curiosity, I dive in headfirst. That’s led me to live in Spain, run marathons, start a blog, start a health + mindset coach side hustle, build houses, and yes—become a full-on Disney adult. My husband Tim and I have mastered the art of the magical (and efficient) Disney World trip. I believe our passions make us better professionals and leaders—and I bring that same energy and curiosity into my work every day.

Helping technology companies for ten years
to grow, win, and lead through effective,
expert-driven marketing and communications.

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