Marilyn Pocius

Marilyn Pocius is a seasoned freelance writer currently contributing to Cook's Guide since 1999. Previously, Marilyn served as a Senior Cookbook Editor for Publications International from 2002 to July 2012 and authored "A Cook's Guide to Chicago" between 2002 and 2010. Marilyn's earlier experience includes roles as a Creative Group Head at Lois EJL Advertising (1999-2002) and as a Creative Director at Chuck Ruhr Advertising (1996-1999). Additionally, Marilyn worked as an Associate Creative Director and writer at J. Walter Thompson from September 1988 to September 1991. Marilyn holds a certificate in Professional Cooking from CHIC Le Cordon Bleu (1997-2000) and a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1965-1968).