Meet Ethan Braden, Purdue University CMO — Bio + How to Reach Out

Last updated: 2025-11-14

Who is Ethan Braden?

Ethan Braden is the Chief Marketing Officer at Purdue University and Purdue Global, leading brand strategy, marketing, and communications. He has a background in pharmaceutical marketing and has been recognized for his innovative approach to higher education branding. Ethan is passionate about elevating university reputation and relevance through strategic storytelling and partnerships.

Ethan Braden's Work History

Ethan Braden has over a decade of experience in marketing and leadership roles, including senior positions at Eli Lilly & Company. He has been instrumental in Purdue’s branding efforts, including the rebranding of Purdue Global and the launch of Purdue’s “The Next Giant Leap” platform.

• 2023-12 - Chief Marketing Officer, Purdue University
• 2019-08 - 2023-11 - Executive Director of Creative Services, Purdue Marketing and Communications, Purdue University
• 2017-03 - 2019-10 - Director of Sesquicentennial Communications, Purdue University
• 2008-05 - 2017-02 - Senior Vice President, Marketing Communications, Purdue Alumni Association
• 2005-01 - 2006-07 - Communications Coordinator, Marketing Communications, Purdue University
• 2006-08 - 2008-05 - Communications Coordinator, Marketing Communications, Purdue University

Ethan Braden's Education

Ethan Braden earned his MBA in marketing and management from the University of Notre Dame and his bachelor’s degree in Economics and Spanish from Willamette University.

• University of Notre Dame - Master of Business Administration - MBA in Marketing and Management (? - ?)
• Willamette University - Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Spanish (? - ?)

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