Missy Killian
Events & Marketing
Missy Killian is Ventura’s Senior Manager of Marketing & Events, bringing more than 20 years of professional and entrepreneurial experience to her role. She’s known for blending big-picture thinking with hands-on execution, turning great ideas into meaningful marketing campaigns and memorable events.
With a background in graphic design, Missy brings creativity to everything she does, from digital content and brand storytelling to planning and executing events. At Ventura, she leads all things marketing and events, including social media, website management, content creation, and event production.
Missy is a member of the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO), The ESOP Association (TEA), and the American Marketing Association (AMA), and also serves on Ventura’s ESOP Communication Committee.
Before joining Ventura in 2021, Missy worked as a Senior Buyer across categories like Garden & Outdoor Living, Household & Kitchen, and Winter Sports—giving her a strong understanding of customers, trends, and merchandising. She also gained valuable experience in hospitality and event planning through her work in Sales & Catering at a downtown Minneapolis hotel.
Missy holds a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and a Project Management Certificate from the University of St. Thomas (Opus College of Business Mini MBA Program).
She lives and works in Minneapolis, Minnesota and enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, practicing yoga, and making the most of all four seasons.