WWA Member Profile
Erin Clark
WORLDWIDE Erin Clark is a seasoned advertising executive turned fiction author whose debut murder mystery, The Etiquette of Murder, is set for release in early Summer 2026. After a successful career in marketing and brand leadership, Erin…
Professional
Experience, expertise, and connection goals
- Industry
- Marketing and Advertising
- Professional experience
- More than 25 years
- Specialization / expertise
- Marketing and Etiquette
Biography
WORLDWIDE Erin Clark is a seasoned advertising executive turned fiction author whose debut murder mystery, The Etiquette of Murder, is set for release in early Summer 2026. After a successful career in marketing and brand leadership, Erin has shifted her focus to storytelling, bringing a fresh voice and a dash of social intelligence to contemporary fiction. Erin spent much of her professional career at J. Walter Thompson, one of the world’s most respected advertising agencies, where she rose to the role of Senior Vice President and Group Management Director. During her tenure, she led the development and implementation of numerous award-winning campaigns for Fortune 500 companies, including the breakthrough work that introduced the term “Brainfreeze” into popular culture. In addition to her marketing accomplishments, Erin is a certified etiquette consultant and an advocate for animal welfare as an ASPCA Guardian Member. Through both her professional work and creative pursuits, she brings together a nuanced understanding of human behavior, social graces, and a passion for compelling storytelling.
Education & honors
Academic background and recognition
Undergraduate school
The University of Iowa, Carmel High School
Bachelor of Marketing
1981- Awards & honors
- Gold and Silver Effie Award, ESTO Awards
Personal
The person behind the professional profile
- City
- Chicago
- State / province
- IL
- Country
- United States
- Hobbies / sports
- Tavel - 14 countries across three continents. Cooking and baking.
Websites & social
Professional work and public profiles
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