Shelley Cohn
About Shelley Cohn
Shelley Cohn is the Executive Account Director at Food Network Magazine, a position she has held since 2015. With over 20 years of experience in consumer magazines and integrated media advertising sales, she has a strong background in the beauty, fashion, and retail sectors.
Work at Hearst
Shelley Cohn has served as the Executive Account Director for Food Network Magazine at Hearst since 2015. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing advertising sales and client relationships within the publication. Her tenure at Hearst spans over nine years, during which she has leveraged her extensive experience in integrated media advertising sales to drive revenue and enhance the magazine's market presence.
Previous Experience in Media
Prior to her current position, Shelley Cohn held several significant roles in the media industry. She worked at GLAMOUR Magazine as Executive Fashion Director from 1981 to 1989, and later at GQ Magazine as Executive Fashion & Retail Director from 2001 to 2007. Additionally, she served in various capacities at Conde Nast Media Group, including Corporate Sales Director and Executive Director of Corporate Partnerships, contributing to her extensive background in advertising sales.
Education and Expertise
Shelley Cohn studied at Northwestern University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications. Her educational background has provided a foundation for her extensive expertise in integrated media advertising sales, particularly within the beauty, fashion, and retail sectors. She possesses strong presentation and interpersonal skills, which have been instrumental in building and maintaining client relationships.
Career Background in Retail
Before her extensive career in media, Shelley Cohn began her professional journey in retail. She worked at Bloomingdale's as a Department Manager and Assistant Buyer from 1979 to 1981. This early experience in the retail environment contributed to her understanding of consumer behavior and market dynamics, which she has applied throughout her career in media and advertising.
Achievements in Advertising Sales
With over 20 years of experience in consumer magazines and integrated media advertising sales, Shelley Cohn has developed a strong reputation in the industry. Her roles at various prestigious publications and her ability to foster exceptional client relationships have positioned her as a key player in the advertising sales landscape, particularly in the beauty and fashion categories.