Gina Rau

Gina Rau is an accomplished marketing, communications, and brand leader with a strong passion for helping companies connect emotionally with their audiences through storytelling and experiences.

With a versatile career that spans agency, client-side, B2B, and B2C roles, Gina believes in fostering 'people to people' connections in all endeavors.

Throughout her career, Gina has worked with renowned companies such as Taco Bell, Whole Foods, JCPenney, McDonald's, Samsung, and more, offering her expertise in messaging, positioning, customer advocacy, content strategy, brand experiences, storytelling, and various marketing strategies.

Apart from her professional achievements, Gina enjoys outdoor activities like running and kayaking, as well as indulging in baking, writing, and board games with her family.

Gina's educational background includes a BS degree from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and further studies at Disney University and McDonald's Hamburger Marketing University.

She has held key positions such as Senior Director of Brand at AHA Strategy and Creative Agency, Director Of Marketing at Opal, Marketing Advisor at TripGrid, and Marketing Communications Director at Janrain, Inc., showcasing her expertise in branding, marketing strategy, and communications.

Furthermore, Gina has been actively involved in various organizations, such as serving as a Board Member and Mentorship Program Chair at Portland Advertising Federation and mentoring at Nike+ Accelerator, powered by TechStars, demonstrating her commitment to industry growth and development.