Ad Age Executive Collective
For marketing & communications executives
Today’s marketing and communications experts own not just brands – they also spearhead strategy, growth, and measurable impact. If you’re a marketing or communications leader guiding your company into the digital age, we want to shine a light on your work.
Who Qualifies
We’re looking for marketing and communications executives who are taking their brands to new heights and leading innovative in-house teams. We can’t wait to hear all about what you do, but first make sure you meet our minimum criteria to apply:
- Senior-level media, marketing, communications, advertising, or innovation executive for a company that
- Operates out of North America and
- Has at least $2M in revenue or $1M in funding
Why Join
Network
Whether you’re looking for the best hires for your team or the next smart step for your career, it helps to have connections. Our curated Ad Age Collective includes leading founders and executives in marketing and media. It’s the network you need to open doors and make moves.
Influence
Your role requires you to control your company’s brand. Your career requires you to control your own. Ad Age Collective can help on both fronts. Share your ideas in published article on AdAge.com and stand out with an Ad Age Amp profile, customizable to your needs.
Leadership
The role of marketing and communications executives is expanding. As you’re tasked with new responsibilities, you’re going to need new skills to succeed. Our leadership coaching prepares you to tackle everything that comes your way and to secure your position as a company-wide leader.
Featured Members

Samantha Skey
CEO
SheKnows Media

Geoff Schiller
Chief Revenue Officer
POPSUGAR

Cathy Oh
Head of Marketing and Analytics
Samsung Ads

Andy Mackensen
Co-Founder and CMO
SnackNation

Raashee Gupta
Planning Lead
Essence

Nick Johnson
Head of Ad Sales
McClatchy

Amy Heidersbach
Chief Marketing Officer
CareerBuilder

Suzanne Grimes
President, Westwood One
EVP Marketing, CUMULUS Media