Josh Polefka
About Josh Polefka
Josh Polefka is a Marketing Manager at Condé Nast, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in marketing and sales within the spirits industry and has successfully generated significant revenue through multi-platform media partnerships.
Current Role as Marketing Manager
Josh Polefka currently serves as a Marketing Manager at Condé Nast, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies for various brands under the Condé Nast umbrella. His work includes formulating vertical-specific strategies and positioning, as well as creating proactive sales collateral. He has successfully led marketing programs for prestigious brands such as GQ, Vogue, and Vanity Fair.
Previous Experience at Condé Nast
Prior to his current role, Josh Polefka held several positions at Condé Nast. He worked as a Marketing Associate in the Spirits division from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to significant revenue growth by breaking eight new accounts, resulting in over $1.8 million in incremental revenue. He also served as an Executive Assistant and Associate Producer for GQ, WIRED, Pitchfork, and Golf Digest from 2017 to 2018, and as a Sales Associate in the Spirits division for a brief period in 2018.
Sales Achievements in Marketing
In 2021, Josh Polefka achieved notable success by building and selling a total of $9 million in multi-platform media partnerships for liquor and spirits advertisers. His efforts included developing innovative sales proposals that featured first-to-market ideas and renewal frameworks. He collaborated with various teams, including editorial, research, video, and design, to enhance the effectiveness of marketing initiatives.
Educational Background
Josh Polefka studied at the University of Vermont, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film/Cinema/Video Studies and Anthropology from 2012 to 2016. He also participated in an Abroad Program at the University of Cape Town in 2015, focusing on Sociology and Anthropology. This educational background has contributed to his understanding of cultural narratives and marketing strategies.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Condé Nast, Josh Polefka worked at Sheraton Hotels & Resorts as a Front Desk Associate from 2014 to 2016 in the Burlington, Vermont area. This role provided him with foundational customer service skills and experience in the hospitality industry, which he has leveraged in his subsequent marketing roles.