Mara Mendell

Mara Mendell possesses extensive experience in business development, partnerships, and growth strategies across various well-known organizations. Current leadership role includes serving as Head of Business Development and Partnerships at Optum, building on a strong background as Head of Partnerships and Growth at Ness and as Director of Global Dining Partnerships & Benefits at Resy within the American Express Global Dining Network. Previous positions at American Express included Director of Strategy & Planning and Senior Manager for Lodging Partnerships, Memberships Rewards, and Loyalty Benefits, alongside a role as Consulting Manager for Global Business Travel. Mara Mendell began professional career as an Associate at HVS and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the SC Johnson School of Business at Cornell University.