Karen Bennett is the Managing Director, US at Jellyfish, a modern digital marketing agency at the intersection of media, data, and creative, all powered by best-in-class technology. She leads the agency’s operations, growth strategy, and client partnerships across North America. With over two decades of experience spanning creative, media, and digital transformation, Karen brings an integrated perspective that helps brands move faster, smarter, together, and to thrive in an AI-powered marketing landscape.
Known for challenging outdated agency models and disrupting traditional ways of working, Karen focuses on unlocking real results for brands. She’s an expert at building high-performance cultures, navigating complexity with clarity, and championing innovation that drives measurable business impact.
At Jellyfish, she’s helping reimagine how brands connect with consumers in a world where technology and creativity are inseparable. Her leadership has been instrumental in scaling Jellyfish’s proprietary solutions, including Share of Model™ and Switchboard, and strengthening the agency’s position as a strategic and creative partner in the next era of digital marketing.
Karen is a proud mom of two (and one very cute dog), a strong advocate for inclusion, and is deeply involved in mentoring the next generation of marketing leaders while pushing for a more equitable industry.
