Nancy Cooper
About Nancy Cooper
Nancy Cooper serves as the Executive Director of Food Network Magazine, bringing extensive experience in strategic marketing and brand alignment. She has held various leadership roles at notable companies, including Condé Nast and Time Inc., where she developed branded experiences for major media brands.
Current Role at Hearst
Nancy Cooper serves as the Executive Director of Food Network Magazine at Hearst. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the magazine's growth and strategic direction. In her role, she collaborates with Food Network and marketing teams to develop partnership strategies and platforms, enhancing the magazine's brand presence and engagement with audiences.
Previous Experience in Media and Marketing
Before her current role, Nancy Cooper held various positions in the media and marketing industry. She worked at Dering Hall as VP of Global Partnerships & Digital Strategy from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she spent 11 years at Condé Nast, where she served as the Midwest Sales Director for Vogue and GQ. Additionally, she worked at Time Inc. as Beauty Director for InStyle and held the position of Midwest Digital Director.
Expertise in Brand Strategy
Nancy Cooper has extensive experience in aligning brands with strategic marketing platforms through multi-media branded content. She has developed strategic branded experiences for iconic media brands, including Vogue, InStyle, GQ, Glamour, and Seventeen. Her expertise lies in creating partnerships that enhance brand visibility and engagement across various media channels.
Educational Background
Nancy Cooper studied at Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing & Advertising. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, which she has applied throughout her career in the media industry.
Career Timeline
Nancy Cooper's career spans several key roles in the media and marketing sectors. She began her career at Gruner+Jahr as a Senior Account Manager from 1994 to 1996. She then transitioned to Condé Nast, where she held multiple positions from 1999 to 2017. After her tenure at Dering Hall, she joined Hearst in 2018, where she continues to lead Food Network Magazine.