Carla Ellison

About Carla Ellison

With over 14 years of extensive agency experience, Carla specializes in consumer public relations and account leadership for some of the world’s most iconic brands, including Nike, PepsiCo Beverages North America, SheaMoisture, Procter & Gamble, Diageo, AARP, Galderma, Sanofi, and Johnson & Johnson. Her proven track record in developing and executing strategic PR programs has not only driven significant consumer awareness, trial, and purchase consideration but also earned prestigious industry accolades such as Cannes Lions, PRWeek, SABRE, and PRNews awards.Her interdisciplinary expertise spans earned media relations, influencer marketing, digital strategy (paid and owned), and research/analytics. She\'s honed her craft in these areas for over a decade, ensuring comprehensive, data-driven approaches are core to developing brand storytelling and consumer engagement.As a seasoned leader, she brings over 10 years of management experience, including more than four years as a Vice President at leading global PR agencies such as Golin and MSL. In these roles, she\'s demonstrated a deep commitment to fostering high-performing teams and delivering exceptional results for clients.In Carla\'s spare time, she provides freelance copywriting services to non-profit organizations, small businesses and solopreneurs. Carla also serves as the International Head of Public Relations for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President

   MSL (Global)

   Apr 2026 — Present · New York, NY, US

Education

• University of Miami

  B.S., Communications

  2006 — 2009