Behind the Brands: San Diego Marketing Leaders Panel

Top San Diego marketing leaders share insights on brand storytelling, data, and the future of marketing.
About this Event

Join AMA San Diego for an exclusive panel featuring marketing leaders behind some of San Diego’s most recognized brands.

On June 23rd from 5:30–7:30 PM at University Club, we’re bringing together industry experts to discuss how leading organizations are navigating today’s evolving marketing landscape.

This conversation will explore:

• Strategic brand storytelling
• Digital engagement in a crowded marketplace
• Innovative, integrated campaigns
• Shifting consumer behavior
• Data-driven decision-making
• Community impact and regional brand leadership
• What’s next for marketing in San Diego

Moderator

Jennifer Pellegrini
Brand Marketing Director at Illumina

Panelists

Jackie Plaza
VP of Marketing at SeaWorld

John Porte
VP of Brand Paid Media and Marketing at LPL Financial

Lillian Dang
Marketing Director at Puffer Malarkey Collective

Whether you’re leading brand strategy, managing performance channels, or building community-driven campaigns, this session will deliver practical insights and real-world examples from enterprise-level marketing teams operating right here in San Diego.

Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking
🕑: 06:15 PM - 07:00 PM
Panel Discussion
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Networking