Advisory Board, Boston, Massachusetts

Senior Lecturer of Business Administration
at Harvard Business School, Boston, Massachusetts

David Edelmen is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience as a Chief Marketing Officer (Aetna/CVS) and a distinguished career building consultancy businesses in Digital and Marketing Transformation with renowned firms such as McKinsey, Digitas, and the Boston Consulting Group.

Currently serving as a lecturer at Harvard Business School and an advisor to top executives in startup, Private Equity, and large enterprises, David brings a wealth of expertise in driving large-scale change from both client and client-service perspectives.

His extensive leadership background includes co-leading McKinsey and Company’s Global Digital Marketing and Sales Practice for eight years, serving as Chief Marketing Officer for McKinsey’s Marketing and Sales Practice, and holding executive positions at premier management consulting firms and digital agencies.

David is a sought-after speaker at industry conferences and events, and his thought leadership extends to blogging on topics ranging from digital marketing to the Customer Decision Journey. David holds a Bachelor’s Degree in economics from Harvard College and an MBA from Harvard Business School. His specialties include Digital Marketing and Technology, Marketing Strategy, Organization & Capabilities, Branding, Customer Experience, and Technology Investment.

David Edelmen is dedicated to helping CXOs shape their strategic direction, enhance team capabilities, and foster digital agility in the ever-evolving business landscape.