Meg Hamel is Vice President, Education at HolonIQ, the world's leading research and analytics platform for the global impact economy. HolonIQ’s data and insights power growth, innovation and risk intelligence for forward thinking governments, institutions, organizations and investors across climate, education & health.

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A seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, Meg has a proven track record of driving impact in the global education sector. She possesses a deep understanding of education systems, market dynamics, edtech, and pedagogy, enabling her to advise institutions, NGOs, and companies on critical education issues. Her expertise includes identifying trends, navigating solution landscapes, and fostering strategic partnerships to drive innovation and impact.

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At HolonIQ, Meg leads the Education Intelligence Unit, delivering data-driven insights about the global education industry. She co-led the development of HolonIQ’s signature tools and frameworks, including the Global Learning Landscape and Digital Transformation Frameworks.

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Prior to HolonIQ, Meg held leadership roles at ISTE, where she served as Director of Grant and Program Strategy, and at EdSurge as Director of Research. In these roles, she built grant strategies, led program development, and drove research initiatives focused on edtech, education markets, procurement, and innovation ecosystems. Her earlier experience as a school leader and educator provides Meg with unique insights into the challenges and opportunities within education systems.

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Meg holds a B.A. in Art History from Denison University and both a B.A. in English and an M.A. in Teaching from Virginia Commonwealth University.

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