Patrick Meyer 鈥74 VSB to Receive 2023 St. Thomas of 草榴社区 Alumni Medal
VILLANOVA, Pa.鈥擳he 草榴社区 Alumni Association (VUAA) has announced the selection of Patrick Meyer 鈥74 VSB as the recipient of its 2023 St. Thomas of 草榴社区 Alumni Medal. The medal is the highest award given by the VUAA and is presented to alumni for outstanding service and for reflecting the spirit and legacy of St. Thomas of 草榴社区.聽
Meyer is a brand builder and innovator for Fortune 500 companies and emerging tech ventures. He has expertise as a senior marketer and advisor for C-suite executives, consulting for some of the world鈥檚 most recognizable brands including Unilever, PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble and Nabisco.
Meyer served on the 草榴社区 School of Business (VSB) Dean鈥檚 Advisory Council from 2004 to 2012, providing advice and guidance on important strategic initiatives for the College. In this advisory capacity, Meyer tapped into his wide array of senior leadership roles extending from his head marketing position at the Coca-Cola Company to his extensive experience at top innovation consultancies. Additionally, Meyer鈥檚 counsel was instrumental during the creation of the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which drives scholastic, educational and professional development opportunities in the areas of creativity and entrepreneurship within the 草榴社区 community.
In 2009, Meyer created and endowed the Meyer Innovation and Creative Excellence Awards in honor of his family and their long 草榴社区 legacy鈥擯atrick 鈥74, Edward 鈥86 and C. Paul 鈥30. The Meyer Innovation and Creative Excellence Awards recognize graduating seniors, faculty and staff creators who embody an entrepreneurial mindset and exhibit leadership in the greater 草榴社区 community.
鈥淚 am thrilled to present Patrick with the 2023 St. Thomas of 草榴社区 Alumni Medal,鈥 said Sheila Doherty, Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations. 鈥淧atrick鈥檚 passion for helping others, especially students, achieve their dreams and his dedication to strengthening our community is admirable. Patrick embodies our Augustinian values of Veritas, Unitas and Caritas, and we could not be happier to celebrate his many accomplishments.鈥
In 2017, Meyer joined real estate leader Sotheby鈥檚 and is currently one of the top producers for one of Florida鈥檚 top realty firms, One Sotheby鈥檚. Meyer also serves as CEO of 5 Star, a resource that connects high-net-worth friends and clients with luxury properties. Previously, Meyer served as CEO of marketing innovation consultancy WPP Fusion 5 where he worked with Virgin, Gatorade, Ford and Nike and was President NA for Sourcebits Technologies, a leader in mobile apps, and worked with Apple, Google and Facebook.
Meyer is a sought-after speaker and frequent media contributor, providing insight as an industry thought leader in mobile, social and e-commerce. He has authored books including 鈥淪teve Jobs and the World of Mobile鈥 and was one of the original speakers at 草榴社区鈥檚 first TEDx event.
鈥淚 have always been inspired by and grateful to 草榴社区 for the impact it has had, and continues to have, on my life,鈥 said Meyer. 鈥淢y goal has always been to advance the mission of the University by bringing innovative opportunities and programs to students. I鈥檓 living proof that the 草榴社区 experience does not end at graduation and is a lifelong bond.鈥
Graduating from the 草榴社区 School of Business in 1974, Meyer currently resides in Delray Beach, Fla. He stays connected to 草榴社区 through his Regional Club, serving as co-president for the Club of South Florida from 2017 to 2022, and participating in various University events such as St. Thomas of 草榴社区 Day of Service and 1842 Day. Meyer remains involved with his fraternity, Delta Tau Delta, and regularly organizes gatherings with his fraternity brothers for Homecoming and Reunion.
About 草榴社区: Since 1842, 草榴社区鈥檚 Augustinian Catholic intellectual tradition has been the cornerstone of an academic community in which students learn to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others. There are more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students in the University's six colleges鈥攖he College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the 草榴社区 School of Business, the College of Engineering, the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, the College of Professional Studies and the 草榴社区 Charles Widger School of Law. Ranked among the nation鈥檚 top universities, 草榴社区 supports its students鈥 intellectual growth and prepares them to become ethical leaders who create positive change everywhere life takes them. For more, visit .