Russell Messner

Russell Messner is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across notable agencies and companies. Currently serving as Principal and Global Head of Brand at Vanguard since February 2020, Russell previously held positions such as General Manager for Tech & FiServ at Edelman, where Russell drove significant revenue growth and expanded expertise in emerging technologies. As Global Managing Director at Ogilvy & Mather, Russell advanced digital initiatives for major clients like BlackRock and E*TRADE. Prior experience includes Executive Vice President at BBDO Worldwide, where Russell launched innovative marketing models, and Client Service Director at DDB, where contributions led to substantial revenue growth for Johnson & Johnson brands. Educational credentials include a Master's of International Business from the Norwegian School of Economics and a BA in Marketing from Michigan State University.