The Ad Council, a powerhouse in driving social impact through communications, has announced the return of Jennifer Mamlet as Chief Development Officer. Mamlet previously served as SVP of Development until 2012 and most recently held the role of Acting President and CEO at the JCC Association of North America.
In her new role, Mamlet will oversee corporate and philanthropic giving, build strategic partnerships, and expand funding to support high-impact initiatives tackling mental health, firearm injury prevention, skills-based hiring, and other critical social issues in the U.S. She will also manage the organization’s Board of Directors, a distinguished 150-member group of senior executives from media, advertising, marketing, and tech, chaired by Rita Ferro of The Walt Disney Company.
Lisa Sherman, Ad Council President and CEO, emphasized Mamlet’s experience and vision: “She brings a deep understanding of our unique business model and two decades of transformative experience in philanthropy. Jen’s leadership and passion for our values will enhance our work and our impact.”
Mamlet’s track record includes strategic growth, donor engagement, and partnership cultivation. Before returning to the Ad Council, she led the JCC of Central New Jersey and held several leadership roles at the JCC Association of North America, culminating in her tenure as Acting President and CEO.
“After 13 years working on behalf of the Jewish community, I’m thrilled to return to the Ad Council,” Mamlet said. “This organization sits at the intersection of social impact and storytelling, uniquely able to leverage media, advertising, and marketing to drive meaningful change. It’s an honor to return as part of the leadership team.”
Implications for the Industry
Mamlet’s return signals a renewed focus on strategic partnerships between nonprofit social impact campaigns and the advertising and media sectors. Her leadership may drive more innovative, cross-industry campaigns that harness the power of storytelling and media for measurable social outcomes—an approach increasingly relevant in today’s purpose-driven marketing landscape.
