Maria Stuckel Schaul

Maria Stuckel Schaul is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in account management and leadership roles within prominent advertising agencies. Currently serving as VP, Group Business Lead at DDB since March 2019, Maria leads product and annual marketing planning for the U.S. and has held various positions, including VP and Account Director within the agency. Prior experience includes key roles at Havas Chicago, where Maria supervised accounts for well-known brands such as RAGÚ Pasta Sauce and Bertolli Pasta Sauce, and worked as an Account Executive on digital initiatives for DISH Network. Maria began a career in advertising with internships and entry-level positions, including as an Account Coordinator for Citibank. Maria holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.