linda ireland

A seasoned executive and serial entrepreneur, Linda has been building and developing organizations for more than 20 years.  Well-versed in implementing strategic change in a variety of environments, she has experience in business strategy, branding, product development, merchandising, manufacturing, and business development. Linda brings a wealth of perspectives to every client – from large corporations to start-ups.

Specializing in emerging growth and turnaround situations, Linda’s diverse career is united by the common themes of “build this” or “fix that.” Her experience spans a variety of industries – from financial services and technology to consumer apparel and collectables. Immediately before joining Aveus, she was CEO of FORWARD I, a strategy and marketing consulting firm. She has also held executive positions at several companies including Wilsons Leather, Digital River, Genesis Direct, PaperDirect, and Deluxe Corporation.

Linda serves on the boards of several for-profit and non-profit organizations. She holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Minnesota, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she also teaches in the graduate school.
 
Outside but not far from life at Aveus, Linda is a traveler. Whether nearby hiking trails or places far away, she enjoys the depth of perspective that comes with a change of locale.

Contact Linda at: ireland@aveus.com