Maria Wennerstrum is a Creative Director and Art Director with expertise in retail. Having a discerning eye, being a trusted partner, and developing talent are strengths she brings to work each day.
Maria currently holds the role of Creative Director, Brand Design Lab at Target leading owned brand identity and packaging for Home, Apparel & Accessories, Seasonal and Stationery categories. Previously she was a Senior Manager, ACD in Target Promo Marketing where her work conveyed value and inspiration while driving sales and store trips. In addition to creative work on Target’s Home and Beauty digital experience, Maria had the privilege to work on brands such as Walmart, Pom Wonderful, Avon, Nike, Adidas, and Kangol.
Maria is a Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation Board of Trustees member, has been active on Target’s Women’s Business Council, Target Hispanic Business Council, Board of Directors for Contempo Physical Dance and has spoken on panel discussions for AIGA national and local design events. Maria’s love of travel has led her to living in Japan, New York and Santa Monica. She currently resides in the Twin Cities with her family.