Megan Searcy
Megan Searcy is a dedicated Key Account Manager at Premier Specialty, where she represents snack and consumable lines to major retailers and entertainment venues. With nearly four years in her current role, she balances remote work with travel to buyer meetings and trade shows, building relationships and expanding market presence. Megan’s career reflects a focus on hard work, perseverance, and maintaining a positive mindset, while staying grounded in her commitment to family.
Before joining Premier Specialty, Megan gained extensive sales experience in the farm and hardware distribution industry, serving as a Senior Sales Executive with Midwest Distribution in Kansas City. Encouraged by brokers she collaborated with, she transitioned to the brokerage side, where she now leverages her expertise to secure placements for popular snack items in national and large-format retail chains. Her professional journey highlights adaptability, relationship-building, and a keen understanding of the consumer products landscape.
Megan earned her background in Preschool Education from Pittsburg State University, and she remains engaged in community initiatives, including service projects with the Home Depot Foundation. Recognized for her achievements, she has been selected to be featured by Influential Women in 2026. Megan advises the next generation to push through self-doubt, advocate for themselves, and pursue opportunities even when every box isn’t checked, demonstrating that confidence and persistence are key to success.
• Pittsburg State University
• Home Depot Foundation
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strong work ethic my parents instilled in me and growing up in a family that owned restaurants, which taught me the value of hard work and relationships early on. Being immersed in the food industry from a young age shaped my career path and continues to guide how I approach my work today.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received was to push through imposter syndrome and take the leap—brokers I worked with encouraged me to try the brokerage side of the business, and trusting myself enough to do that changed everything.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Push through imposter syndrome, stop waiting until you check every box, and go after the roles and opportunities you want—you’re often more ready than you think.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges is that women often under-apply for roles due to confidence gaps, while a major opportunity lies in recognizing that women ages 30–50 hold significant purchasing power and are a key driver for advertisers and product placement.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Hard work, being present for my family, perseverance, and maintaining a positive, resilient mindset are the values that guide both my work and personal life.