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Velir Appoints Wendy Karlyn As Chief Executive Officer

Jun 10, 2025•about 2 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Velir

Wendy Karlyn
SomervilleProfessional Services

Description

Wendy Karlyn has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Velir, succeeding Dave Valliere after his decade-long tenure. She previously held the role of Chief Client & Growth Officer and has extensive experience in digital transformation and organizational growth.

Company Information

Company

Velir

Location

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

About

Velir is a data-driven digital experience agency that helps mission-driven organizations engage audiences through innovative, personalized digital strategies. By integrating data, strategy, design, and technology, Velir creates experiences that drive measurable results in reach, conversion, engagement, and loyalty. Central to this is Brooklyn Data, Velir's in-house data studio. Brooklyn Data empowers clients by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that inform digital strategy, optimize experiences, and drive performance. Together, Velir and Brooklyn Data offer a unified approach to data and digital excellence—helping organizations unlock growth, deliver value, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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