Marla Aaron

Marla Aaron is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Marla Aaron Jewelry, a company she launched in 2012.1 Based in New York City, Marla has established herself as a creative visionary in the jewelry industry.

Career Background

Before venturing into jewelry design, Marla had a diverse career in marketing and communications:

• She worked as SVP of Corporate Communications at MRM Worldwide from December 2010 to August 2011.1
• Served as Marketing Communications Director at the Interactive Advertising Bureau from June 2006 to January 2011.1
• Held the position of Marketing and Luxury Goods Director at Trader Monthly Magazine from 2004 to 2005.1
• Worked as Marketing Director at Departures Magazine, American Express Publishing from 2000 to 2003.1

Marla Aaron Jewelry

Marla's eponymous jewelry brand began with a simple yet innovative idea: to create bold and feminine jewelry using precious metals and stones, connected by a series of "locks" in various shapes and sizes.1 Her collection started with a sterling silver lock cast from an industrial carabiner, allowing wearers to personalize their pieces with chains, stones, or pearls.1

The brand has since grown significantly:

• The collection now consists of over 150 pieces.
• Price range from $90 to $30,000.
• Known for its unique, convertible designs that can be stacked and combined with other pieces.1

Education

Marla Aaron holds a strong educational background:

• BS in Communications from Syracuse University (1985-1989).1
• MS in Journalism from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism (1995-1996).1

Her educational foundation in communications likely contributed to her success in marketing and eventually in building her own brand.

Marla Aaron's journey from a career in advertising and marketing to becoming a successful jewelry designer and entrepreneur showcases her versatility and creative vision in the luxury goods industry.