The Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) has welcomed Megan McNeill as its new Director of Communications & Engagement, strengthening the organization’s efforts to share its independent research more broadly with the New Orleans community.
In this role, McNeill leads BGR’s communications strategy, focused on expanding the reach and impact of its research and strengthening how the organization’s work and brand are presented to the public. Her work supports public understanding and civic dialogue across greater New Orleans.
McNeill brings more than 15 years of experience in marketing and communications across nonprofit, higher education, technology, and real estate sectors. Most recently, she served as Brand Strategy Director at The Vault Collective and previously led marketing and communications for The Domain Companies’ national real estate portfolio.
“Megan joins BGR at a time when people are asking harder questions about how local government functions and why outcomes look the way they do,” said BGR President and CEO Rebecca Mowbray. “Her background in strategic communications and public storytelling will help ensure our research reaches more people and plays a meaningful role in public understanding and decision making.”
A New Orleans resident for 13 years, McNeill said she was drawn to BGR by its ability to turn complex public policy issues into actionable insight for the community.
Read the full press release [PDF] to learn more about McNeill and her role at BGR.