About Me

I am a strategist who draws from research, arts, and culture to provide brands with more expansive representations of communities.

I can be counted on to ask “who?”, “what?”, “huh?”, and “why?” and anticipate the next question. Bringing together an MIT education in mathematical economics with a master’s in business and brand strategy, I push past models of consumers to uncover new perspectives and question biases. 

After spending the past two years analyzing consumer trends and identifying insights, I am excited to grow within social impact consulting and cultural strategy.

Let’s chat! Email me at quentinansley@gmail.com to learn more about my background and fellowship with Values Partnerships.

Education

The Brandcenter at Virginia Commonwealth University
M.S. in Business, Branding/Strategy
2024 - 2026

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
B.S. in Mathematical Economics
2020 - 2024

Experience

Values Partnerships
Fellow
Sep 2026 - Present

Healthcare Provider - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Freelance Strategist (Audience Research & Insights)
Aug - Sep 2026

Nightingale Ice Cream
Graduate Brand Management Associate
Aug 2025 - May 2026
Graduate Brand Management Intern
May 2025 - Aug 2025

VCU Brandcenter
Graduate Strategist
Aug 2024 - May 2026

Ask Me About:

The switch from mathematical economics at MIT to strategy.

Research now looks a lot different, but I still love to get lost in the process and the details. I get to push for work that matters to the people I’m trying to reach.

The Process: Behind the Insight

Being a triplet and why it’s more fun to disagree.

I learned early on that even people with the most similar backgrounds have different assumptions and experiences. I learned to question my own biases to better understand others (or better argue with my siblings). and I learned that challenging assumptions can often lead to something more interesting.

The Project: Celestial Seasonings

My 21 years of dance experience.

I first learned to express myself through dance when I was three. and I still turn to dancing and choreographing as an avenue for creativity. I combine arts, culture, and research in my approach to strategy.

The Project: From the Top