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Irina is a passionate, strategic marketing executive with over 17 years of experience. Her career has spanned a wide range of industries including consumer and B2B technology, media & entertainment, CPG, alcohol/spirits, financial services, healthcare and pro bono social/political issues she is dedicated to supporting.

She has led numerous high-impact, 360-degree campaigns for the world's largest companies (e.g., Amazon/Ring, Hulu, Intel, Microsoft, BMW, Toyota, Procter & Gamble, Nestle) in the world's biggest forums (e.g., Super Bowl, Olympics), building business and integrating messaging into pop culture. Fun fact: Irina helped develop Nestle’s first-ever Super Bowl spot for launch of Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups.

In her current role at Amazon, Irina leads strategic campaign development for brand and promotional initiatives for Ring in addition to creative marketing operations.

Irina is a former ballerina turned avid runner and yogi. She and her husband live in Los Angeles with their three cats: Calypso, Houdini and Helios.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinagilbertson/

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