Laura Russo Bowser
About Laura Russo Bowser
Laura Russo Bowser serves as the Executive Director and EVP at Golin, where she provides strategic counsel and media training for C-suite executives across various sectors. With extensive experience in public relations and a background in leading media strategy, she has held significant roles at prominent firms including FleishmanHillard and Edelman.
Work at Golin
Laura Russo Bowser serves as Executive Director and Executive Vice President at Golin since 2018. In her role, she provides strategic counsel and media training specifically tailored for CEOs and CMOs across various sectors, including consumer, consumer health, corporate, and financial services. She is responsible for developing comprehensive public relations programs and establishing thought-leadership positioning for C-suite executives. Additionally, she leads a team of media strategists and plays a significant role in planning and executing special events, including executive conferences, sporting events, and media partnerships.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position at Golin, Laura Russo Bowser held several key roles in prominent public relations firms. She worked at FleishmanHillard from 2007 to 2018, where she served as Senior Vice President, Senior Partner, and Global Managing Director of Media Relations. Before that, she was a Consumer Media Specialist at Edelman in New York from 1995 to 1997. Her career at FleishmanHillard began earlier, where she was a Senior Vice President from 1998 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Laura Russo Bowser earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from St. John's University, where she studied from 1979 to 1982. Her educational background has equipped her with the foundational knowledge necessary for her extensive career in public relations. She is recognized for her expertise in strategic public relations, media training, and talent contracting, which includes working with individuals from diverse fields such as celebrities, astronauts, doctors, and athletes.
Leadership and Mentorship
Laura Russo Bowser is acknowledged as a collaborative leader and trusted mentor within the public relations industry. She has a proven talent for identifying and nurturing talent, contributing to the professional development of her team members. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and support, fostering an environment where emerging professionals can thrive and develop their skills.