Christopher Dufault
About Christopher Dufault
Christopher Dufault is the SVP, Group Deputy Publisher at Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, part of Penguin Random House, with over 20 years of experience in the publishing industry.
Current Role at Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Christopher Dufault currently holds the position of Senior Vice President and Group Deputy Publisher at Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House. He is based in New York, New York, United States. This role involves overseeing various aspects of publishing operations within the group, leveraging his extensive experience in sales and marketing to support the company’s objectives.
Previous Roles at Penguin Random House
Before his current role, Christopher Dufault held several senior leadership positions at Penguin Random House. He served as VP, Group Sales Director from 2019 to 2021, and as VP, Imprint Sales Director from 2014 to 2018. In addition, he was the VP, Director, International Marketing & British Commonwealth Sales from 2013 to 2014 in the Greater New York City Area, and Senior Director, International Sales & Marketing from 2010 to 2012. Each of these roles provided him with significant experience in managing sales and marketing strategies on a global scale.
Experience at Simon & Schuster
Christopher Dufault worked as the International Planning Director at Simon & Schuster from 2004 to 2010. During his six years in this role, he gained valuable experience in international planning and operations, which have been instrumental in shaping his approach to international sales and marketing within the publishing industry.
Early Career at Random House
Dufault began his career at Random House, where he worked as a Sales Manager from 1997 to 2004 in New York, NY. This seven-year tenure provided him with foundational experience in sales management within a leading publishing house, setting the stage for his subsequent roles in the industry.
Educational Background
Christopher Dufault studied Sociology at Vassar College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. His education in sociology has contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior, enhancing his effectiveness in sales and marketing within the publishing industry.