Marisa Kabasinskas Saliga
About Marisa Kabasinskas Saliga
Marisa Kabasinskas Saliga serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Business Transformation and Operations Management at Interpublic Group (IPG), where she has worked since 2021. With a background in management consulting and extensive experience in business transformation, she has held various leadership roles in notable companies, including IPG Mediabrands and TV Guide.
Current Role at Interpublic Group
Marisa Kabasinskas Saliga serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Business Transformation and Operations Management at Interpublic Group (IPG). She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in New York, New York. In her current role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and driving transformation across global business units.
Previous Experience at Interpublic Group
Prior to her current role, Marisa worked at IPG as Vice President of Global Business Transformation and Operations Management from 2014 to 2021. During her tenure, she was instrumental in managing large-scale change management programs and overseeing various consulting agreements. Additionally, she served as Global Head of Business Transformation and Media Operations at IPG Mediabrands for a brief period in 2013.
Consulting Background at PricewaterhouseCoopers
Marisa began her career as a Management Consultant in the Entertainment and Media sector at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1997 to 1999. This role provided her with foundational experience in consulting, which she later applied to her positions in business transformation and operations management.
Education and Academic Credentials
Marisa earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Zicklin School of Business. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gettysburg College, where she studied Liberal Arts. Her educational background supports her expertise in business transformation and operational strategies.
Achievements in Business Transformation
Throughout her career, Marisa has successfully led supplier negotiations for multi-year, global initiatives, achieving significant cost savings. She has driven cost efficiencies and revenue strategies that resulted in 10%-15% savings across various functions. Additionally, she has implemented new operating models and centralized services, enhancing organizational efficiency and facilitating seamless transitions during divestitures and acquisitions.