about me

Hello, I’m Marika. A Senior Strategist at Ogilvy and a relentless question-asker by nature. I came up through the Ogilvy Associates Program, jumping headfirst into the advertising industry and honing my skills across Client Services and Brand Strategy.
At heart, I’m a deeply curious storyteller. Unlocking the “Oh! That’s so true” human moments is what keep me up at night.
I have a passion for helping brands not just sell, but become a part of culture, entertainment, and conversation. I love finding simple ideas that land big in the world, using smart strategies to drive real business and social impact.
Outside of work you’ll probably find me traveling – much like the start of a good brief, I’m drawn to unfamiliar places, perspectives, and moments of discovery.
My Journey to This Point
May, 2022
Graduate from University of Michigan
Bachelors in Communication & Media Studies + Ross School of Business Minor
President & Producer for premiere on campus production company @Filmic, Teaching Assistant for Advertising Management


SEPTEMBER, 2022
Selected among top US talent for the agency’s rotational program, completing two full six-month rotations in Client Services & Brand Strategy
Ogilvy Associates Program
Strategic team that helped Ogilvy win the Verizon B2C pitch, securing our position as Agency of Record for the Fortune 100 legacy brand
November, 2023
Strategist
Selected for early completion of Ogilvy Associates Program for full-time strategist role on Verizon B2C
Strategy for the award-winning Beyoncé x Verizon Super Bowl campaign, a career defining project at the intersection of brand and culture


December, 2024
Senior Strategist
Helped deliver stand-out holiday campaign and unexpected brand partnership with Mattel’s Barbie
industry experience



