Alissa Podber
About Alissa Podber
Alissa Podber serves as the Vice President of Global Marketing and Communications at ILIA Beauty, bringing extensive experience from various roles in the beauty industry. Her career includes positions at Coty, Caudalie, and MALIN+GOETZ, where she developed strong skills in brand storytelling and product lifecycle management.
Current Role at ILIA Beauty
Alissa Podber serves as the Vice President of Global Marketing + Communications at ILIA Beauty. She has held this position since 2021 and is based in Laguna Beach, California. In her role, she is responsible for leading marketing strategies and communications efforts on a global scale, contributing to the brand's growth and visibility in the competitive beauty market.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to her current role, Alissa Podber worked in various marketing positions across notable companies. She served as the Executive Director of Global Marketing + Communications at ILIA Beauty from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she held the position of Director of Global Marketing + Communications at (MALIN+GOETZ) for eight months in 2018-2019. Her experience also includes roles at Caudalie and Coty, where she developed her expertise in brand management and marketing strategies.
Educational Background
Alissa Podber studied Marketing & Advertising at Indiana University Bloomington and John Cabot University in Rome, Italy. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, which she has applied throughout her career in the beauty industry.
Skills and Expertise
Alissa possesses strong skills in brand storytelling and cultivating retailer relationships. She has experience in both international and local marketing within large beauty conglomerates and smaller family-owned companies. Her expertise includes overseeing product life cycles from ideation to shelf, ensuring alignment with brand DNA, quality, budget, and production timelines.
Career Progression
Alissa Podber's career in marketing began with internships, including positions at Saks Fifth Avenue and Modern Luxury Publications. She then progressed to roles at Coty, where she worked as a Global Marketing Assistant Brand Manager and later as a Global Marketing Coordinator for Calvin Klein Fragrances. Her career includes significant positions at Caudalie, where she advanced from Trade Marketing Manager to Senior Trade Marketing Manager, further solidifying her marketing credentials.