Molly Watanabe

Molly Watanabe is the current Director of Partnerships, Timepieces, & Luxury at Surface Magazine. Molly has over 7 years of experience in media sales, with a focus on the luxury vertical. Prior to their current role, Molly was the Luxury Advertising Sales Manager for The Economist, where they oversaw and executed all integrated media business in North America for the luxury vertical, including subcategories such as watches, jewelry, fashion, travel, spirits, auto, and retail. During their time at The Economist, Molly managed both inside and outside sales team members based in NYC, Los Angeles, Detroit and Latin America. Molly also facilitated both client and agency relationships with major accounts and oversaw the execution of large programs, working across all channels, including media (digital & print), custom content, and experiential. Some of Molly's key clients have included Hermes, Harry Winston, CHANEL, Gucci, Porsche, Maserati, Grand Seiko, Air France, Lufthansa, Emirates, Westin Hotels, Charles Tyrwhitt and Bacardi. Prior to their role at The Economist, Molly was the Luxury & New England Advertising Account Manager at Harvard Business Review Group.

Molly Watanabe has a BA in English Literature from The George Washington University and a MA in Media & Public Affairs from The George Washington University. Molly also attended Punahou School.

Some of their coworkers include Sammy Coven - Sales Director, Brand Partnerships, Will Lowenthal - Senior Brand Partnerships Manager, and Giselle Contreras - Partnerships Account Manager. Their manager is Adriana Gelves, VP, Brand Partnerships.