Marla Laurain
About Marla Laurain
Marla Laurain serves as the Vice President of Product Insights and Technology Supervisor at GTB, where she has worked since 1997. With a background in psychology, business, and communications, she has extensive experience in managing significant accounts and providing technical product support for major automotive brands.
Work at GTB
Marla Laurain has served as Vice President Product Insights and Technology Supervisor at GTB since 1997. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing product insights and technology initiatives. Her tenure at GTB spans 27 years, during which she has contributed to the company's growth and development in Dearborn, Michigan.
Current Role at Young & Rubicam Group
In addition to her role at GTB, Marla Laurain has been a Senior Product Information Specialist at Young & Rubicam Group since 1997. She has maintained this position for 27 years, providing expertise in product information management. Her work at Young & Rubicam is based in New York, New York.
Previous Experience
Before her current positions, Marla Laurain worked at MSX International as a Corporate Marketing Coordinator for 9 months in 1997. She also served as an Independent Contractor and Product Specialist at FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles from 1994 to 1997 in London, England. Additionally, she worked as a Program Event Coordinator at Gail & Rice from 1996 to 1997.
Education and Expertise
Marla Laurain studied at the University of Michigan - Dearborn, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her studies included Psychology, Business, and Communications, and she completed her degree from 1991 to 1997. This educational background supports her roles in product insights and technology.
Account Management
Throughout her career, Marla Laurain has managed accounts valued at $160 million. Her responsibilities include providing technical product information support and approval for Lincoln Mercury and Ford Division accounts at both national and regional levels.