Special Episode: OhHello - Scott Hess on Leadership, Joy at Work, and Creating Opportunity Through Mentorship
Tue Feb 03 2026
Jeremy Bloom and Scott Hess, Chief Marketing Officer of Starcom and Chief Marketing Officer of Publicis Media, discuss the significance of the Chicago Advertising Federation's Career Day, the importance of mentorship and networking in the advertising industry, and personal experiences that shaped their careers. They reflect on the joy of working in advertising and the opportunities available for young professionals entering the field.
Takeaways
Scott Hess is the Chief Work Officer of Publicis Media.
The Chicago Advertising Federation's Career Day is crucial for networking.
Mentorship can significantly impact career paths in advertising.
Career Day demystifies the advertising industry for young people.
Networking events provide access to industry leaders and opportunities.
Scott's son found joy in advertising after initially pursuing engineering.
The advertising industry offers diverse career paths and opportunities.
Personal connections can lead to job opportunities and mentorship.
The excitement of young professionals can reinvigorate seasoned veterans.
Chicago's winter can be a downside, but the city has much to offer.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:43 The Importance of Career Day
05:37 Mentorship and Networking in Advertising
08:50 Personal Experiences and Career Paths
11:38 The Joy of Working in Advertising
14:37 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
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Jeremy Bloom and Scott Hess, Chief Marketing Officer of Starcom and Chief Marketing Officer of Publicis Media, discuss the significance of the Chicago Advertising Federation's Career Day, the importance of mentorship and networking in the advertising industry, and personal experiences that shaped their careers. They reflect on the joy of working in advertising and the opportunities available for young professionals entering the field. Takeaways Scott Hess is the Chief Work Officer of Publicis Media. The Chicago Advertising Federation's Career Day is crucial for networking. Mentorship can significantly impact career paths in advertising. Career Day demystifies the advertising industry for young people. Networking events provide access to industry leaders and opportunities. Scott's son found joy in advertising after initially pursuing engineering. The advertising industry offers diverse career paths and opportunities. Personal connections can lead to job opportunities and mentorship. The excitement of young professionals can reinvigorate seasoned veterans. Chicago's winter can be a downside, but the city has much to offer. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:43 The Importance of Career Day 05:37 Mentorship and Networking in Advertising 08:50 Personal Experiences and Career Paths 11:38 The Joy of Working in Advertising 14:37 Conclusion and Upcoming Events Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices