Charles J. Ellis
About Charles J. Ellis
Charles J. Ellis serves as the Manager of Commercial Revenue Diversity & Inclusion Operations at Condé Nast, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in sales, editorial, and diversity initiatives within the company, contributing significantly to enhancing its presence in communities of color.
Work at Condé Nast
Charles J. Ellis has held multiple roles at Condé Nast since 2013. He currently serves as the Manager of Commercial Revenue Diversity & Inclusion Operations, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he bridges the gap between Sales/Marketing and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) within the global commercial revenue organization. He also chairs NOIR at Condé Nast, a position he has maintained since 2018. Previously, he worked as a Digital Account Manager and held various sales and editorial roles, including Sales Associate for WIRED and Fashion Assistant for GQ.
Education and Expertise
Charles J. Ellis studied at Wayne State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism from 2008 to 2012. He also attended City University of New York City College, focusing on PR/Advertising from 2009 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in media, fashion, and diversity initiatives, which he applies in his current role at Condé Nast.
Background
Before joining Condé Nast, Charles J. Ellis gained experience in various editorial and fashion roles. He worked as an Editorial Intern at Ambassador Magazine and as a Fashion Columnist for The South End at Wayne State University. His early career also included positions as a PR Intern at Blanc de Chine and a Freelance Fashion Blogger for B.L.A.C. Detroit Magazine. These experiences contributed to his understanding of the fashion and media industries.
Achievements
In his current role, Charles J. Ellis focuses on enhancing Condé Nast's presence in communities of color, aligning with the company's editorial content. He oversees internal operations related to diversity initiatives, including training, B2B partnerships, talent recruitment, retention, and mentorship. His leadership in the Global Diversity Council on Diversity & Inclusion from 2019 to 2021 further demonstrates his commitment to promoting diversity within the organization.