Russ Klein

Russ Klein serves as the President and Chief Operating Officer at PROOF Alcohol Ice Cream since March 2023 and as Principal at Whisper Strategy Consultancy since January 2022, focusing on technology patents and management consulting in various sectors. Previously, Russ Klein was the CEO of the American Marketing Association from July 2014 to December 2021, where strategic insights on market dynamics were emphasized. Additional experience includes impactful roles such as Chief Marketing Officer at Arby's Restaurant Group, where significant growth metrics were achieved, and Global President of Marketing, Strategy, and Innovation at Burger King Corporation, noted for record consecutive sales growth. Educational background includes degrees in Marketing from The Ohio State University and training at Harvard Business School and the Second City Player's Workshop.