DM

David Mullen

Chief Client Officer, Partner at The Variable

David Mullen has a diverse work experience in the field of advertising and communications. David started their career as an Account Executive at Cushman/Amberg Communications in 2002 and then moved on to Epley Associates as a Public Relations Specialist in 2003. Later, they joined Trone Brand Energy as an Account Executive in 2004. In 2006, they joined Mullen Lowe U.S. where they held various roles including Senior Account Executive, Account Supervisor, and eventually became a Vice President, Account Director. During their time at Mullen Lowe U.S., David managed several important accounts and executed successful PR and communication strategies. In 2013, they became the Director of Account Management at The Variable, where they eventually became the President and Partner in 2017. Currently, they hold the position of Chief Executive Officer and Partner at The Variable since April 2022. Additionally, David Mullen is also a Partner at 100watt, a company dedicated to bringing new business ideas to life and creating their own IP through innovative products, services, and platforms.

David Mullen attended the University of South Carolina from 1998 to 2001, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Mass Communications with a focus on Public Relations.

Links

Timeline

  • Chief Client Officer, Partner

    June 1, 2024 - present

  • Chief Executive Officer and Partner

    April, 2022

  • President and Partner

    August, 2017

  • Vice President and Director of Account Management

    August, 2016

  • Director of Account Management

    January, 2013