Mara Filo
About Mara Filo
Mara Filo serves as the Executive Group Advertising Director at Hearst, a position she has held since 2013. She previously worked as the Detroit Advertising Director for several prominent magazines and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame.
Current Role at Hearst
Mara Filo serves as the Executive Group Advertising Director at Hearst, a position she has held since 2013. Based in Detroit, MI, she has over 11 years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include overseeing advertising strategies and initiatives across various publications within the Hearst portfolio.
Previous Experience at Hearst Magazines
Prior to her current role, Mara Filo worked at Hearst Magazines as the Detroit Advertising Director. She held this position for one year from 2011 to 2012, focusing on advertising for notable publications such as Car and Driver, Road & Track, Esquire, ELLE, and O, The Oprah Magazine. This experience contributed to her expertise in the advertising sector.
Experience at Rodale, Inc.
Before joining Hearst, Mara Filo worked at Rodale, Inc. as the Director of Marketing Solutions from 2007 to 2009. During her two years in this role, she developed marketing strategies and solutions that supported the company's advertising efforts.
Educational Background
Mara Filo studied at the University of Notre Dame, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Marketing. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for her career in advertising and marketing.
High School Education
Mara Filo completed her high school education at Marian High School. This early education set the groundwork for her future academic and professional pursuits.