Kara Szalkowski
About Kara Szalkowski
Kara Szalkowski serves as the Vice President of Marketing & Communications at STN Video since 2023, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles at Time Inc. and Brandshare US, where she held various marketing leadership positions.
Work at STN Video
Kara Szalkowski has served as the Vice President of Marketing & Communications at STN Video since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and communication initiatives that enhance the company's brand presence and engagement. Her leadership aims to drive growth and innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience at Time Inc.
Kara Szalkowski has extensive experience at Time Inc., where she held several key positions. She was the Brand Marketing Director at ESSENCE from 2015 to 2018, focusing on brand strategy and audience engagement. Prior to that, she served as the Executive Marketing Director at ALL YOU from 2013 to 2015. Her career at Time Inc. began as a Sales Development Associate at People Magazine from 2001 to 2004, and she later worked as a Sales Development Manager at LIFE Magazine and as a Marketing Coordinator at Fortune Small Business.
Experience at Brandshare US
Kara Szalkowski worked at Brandshare US from 2018 to 2023, where she held the position of Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications. During her tenure, she was instrumental in developing marketing strategies that aligned with the company's objectives. She also served as Vice President, Marketing & Communications for a year prior to her senior role.
Background in Marketing at Meredith Corporation
Kara Szalkowski has a background in marketing from her time at Meredith Corporation. She worked as the Marketing Director at ReadyMade from 2008 to 2011, where she managed marketing initiatives across different locations. Additionally, she served as Promotion Director at Ladies' Home Journal from 2005 to 2008, contributing to promotional strategies and audience outreach.
Education and Expertise
Kara Szalkowski holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Bowling Green State University. Her educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience in marketing and communications, has equipped her with a strong skill set in both analytical and creative problem-solving. She is recognized for her ability to inspire talent through professional development and training.