Jennifer Mamlet Takes the Helm as Chief Development Officer at the Ad Council

Jennifer Mamlet Takes Charge at the Ad Council

The Ad Council, a leader in leveraging communication to effect social change, has exciting news. Effective September 4, 2025, Jennifer Mamlet rejoined the organization in the pivotal role of Chief Development Officer. With a rich history at the Ad Council, Mamlet previously held the position of Senior Vice President of Development until 2012, and her recent experience as the Acting President and CEO of the JCC Association of North America has enriched her already impressive resume.

In her new role, Mamlet will oversee all corporate and philanthropic donations, aiming to forge alliances that will significantly enhance funding for critical social initiatives. These initiatives tackle pressing challenges such as mental health awareness, firearm injury prevention, skills-based hiring, and much more. Additionally, Mamlet will manage the organization's Board of Directors, which boasts 150 senior executives from diverse sectors, including media, advertising, marketing, and technology, under the chairmanship of Rita Ferro, who is the President of Global Advertising at The Walt Disney Company.

Lisa Sherman, President and CEO of the Ad Council, expressed her enthusiasm about Mamlet's return: "We are thrilled to welcome Jen back to the Ad Council. Her extensive understanding of our unique business model and her two decades of transformative experience in the philanthropic realm will undoubtedly augment our mission. Her leadership style, combined with her passion for our core values, will ensure our initiatives have a lasting impact."

Jennifer Mamlet's noteworthy credentials and proven track record in fundraising make her an excellent fit for this pivotal role. She has consistently demonstrated an ability to foster strategic growth, deepen donor engagement, and cultivate impactful partnerships. Before her tenure at the JCC Association, she effectively led the JCC of Central New Jersey and undertook several key leadership positions within the national JCC umbrella organization.

"Returning to the Ad Council is like coming home for me," stated Mamlet. "For the past 13 years, I have proudly served the Jewish community, but there’s no other organization that operates so effectively at the intersection of social impact and storytelling. The Ad Council harnesses the collective strength of media, marketing, and advertising to advocate for meaningful change, and I’m honored to be part of the leadership team once more."

Mamlet possesses a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Spanish from Bucknell University and a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University, equipping her with both the academic background and practical experience needed to excel in her new position.

The Ad Council has a long, storied history of mobilizing creative storytellers to educate and inspire social change. With campaigns that have shaped public consciousness for over 80 years—like