Maya Demishkevich

Maya Demishkevich is a digital strategist with a strong focus on creative efficiency. She currently serves as a Chief Marketing Officer at Carroll Community College in Maryland. With over 15 years of experience across diverse educational sectors - including public, private, for-profit, traditional, and online institutions - Maya brings a unique blend of innovative strategy and disciplined execution to her work. As the founder of College Crusader (https://mycollegecrusader.com), she provides strategic marketing and social media consulting, consistently delivering practical, results-driven solutions. An award-winning marketer, Maya is renowned for building meaningful connections with students through digital storytelling and influencer marketing. As the host of The Hidden Gem podcast, she is dedicated to amplifying the success of community colleges by sharing best practices and actionable strategies. Maya holds a Doctor of Business Administration, is a certified yoga instructor, and is trained as a mind-body skills group facilitator, integrating mindfulness and personal growth into her leadership approach.