Laura Ongaro

Laura Ongaro serves as the Associate Vice President of Licensing & Partner Management at Penske Media Corporation, where responsibilities include leading the execution and management of brand licensing partnerships across the U.S. Ongaro has a comprehensive background in licensing and brand partnerships, having previously held roles such as Senior Director and Director at Penske Media, where strategic direction and team performance were emphasized. Prior experience includes significant leadership positions at Rodale Inc., where Ongaro managed international editorial strategies and spearheaded the launch of Women's Health in new markets, contributing to its status as a leading magazine brand. Ongaro began a career in journalism at The University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Journalism degree and gaining initial editorial experience at various media outlets.