Brooke Badger Mc Alinden, M.S.
About Brooke Badger Mc Alinden, M.S.
Brooke Badger Mc Alinden, M.S., serves as the Senior Vice President and Executive Director at Golin, where she leads a team focused on strategic media relations and brand partnerships. With over 13 years of experience in public relations and marketing, she has received multiple awards for her work and specializes in consumer brand marketing in the luxury and lifestyle sectors.
Work at Golin
Brooke Badger Mc Alinden serves as the Senior Vice President and Executive Director at Golin, a position she has held since 2022. Based in San Francisco, California, she operates in a hybrid work environment. In her role, she leads a team that specializes in strategic media relations and brand partnerships, focusing on iconic brands. Her leadership at Golin emphasizes the importance of impactful storytelling and effective communication strategies within the public relations landscape.
Education and Expertise
Brooke Badger Mc Alinden holds a Master of Science in Marketing from the USC Marshall School of Business, where she developed skills in integrated marketing, analytics, and SaaS. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern California, where she studied Communication, Business, and Dance. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in consumer brand marketing, particularly within the luxury and lifestyle sectors.
Background
Brooke Badger Mc Alinden has over 13 years of experience in public relations and marketing. Her career began with internships at Hallmark Entertainment and LEWIS PR in 2008 and 2009, respectively. She progressed through various roles, including Account Coordinator at Team One and Senior Account Executive at Murphy O'Brien Public Relations. She also served as Vice President at DKC before returning to Golin as Vice President and later advancing to her current role.
Achievements
Brooke Badger Mc Alinden has received recognition for her work in public relations, including the Adrian Awards Gold and the Hermes Creative Award. These accolades reflect her ability to create and execute impactful stories for clients across various industries, including consumer tech, hospitality, real estate, and consumer packaged goods (CPG). Her contributions to the field have established her as a notable figure in consumer brand marketing.