Sentinel
Kelly Young joined Portfolio, Thesis, and Sentinel as an Editorial Assistant in 2025. She is drawn to practical, insightful nonfiction that challenges conventional thought and sparks new ideas and ways of living. Before joining Portfolio, Kelly started her career as a copyeditor, which cemented her passion for working with innovative books that inspire readers.
Read MoreDaniel joined the Portfolio, Sentinel, Optimism Press, and Thesis imprints as a publicity assistant in 2024. With a particular interest in nonfiction, Daniel loves working on titles that explore themes of race, class, global politics, and economics. Prior to joining the publicity team, Daniel taught English in Paris and earned a master’s degree from Montclair…
Read MoreCatherine joined Portfolio in 2024 as a publicity assistant. She is passionate about books that challenge the status quo and encourage readers to think beyond themselves, and subject matters related to international affairs, business, psychology, and technology. Originally from Maine, she completed the Columbia Publishing Course and graduated from Brown University with degrees in English…
Read MoreHeather joined Portfolio and Thesis in 2021, bringing over a decade of experience in publishing and digital marketing. She specializes in driving engagement and sales through strategic, story-driven campaigns that elevate brand narratives and connect with audiences. Heather has led several New York Times bestselling campaigns, including for The Algebra of Wealth and Wild Courage.…
Read MoreKirstin joined Penguin Random House in 2021. As senior publicity manager, Kirstin has led bestselling campaigns for the #1 New York Times bestseller The Algebra of Wealth, Power Failure, Unreasonable Hospitality, and more. Previously, she worked with an impressive range of authors, including David Rubenstein, Lulu Miller, Twyla Tharp, and Sebastian Junger. Before her career…
Read MoreMary Kate Rogers joined Portfolio in 2018. As Associate Marketing Director, Mary Kate oversees day-to-day marketing operations across Portfolio, Sentinel, Thesis, and Optimism lists. She has led New York Times bestselling campaigns for Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey; Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara; Slow Productivity by Cal Newport; and many more.
Read MoreBridget joined Portfolio in 2023 after graduating with an MA in English literature from New York University. She loves to help craft pre-order initiatives that are specific to each author’s unique audience, and she enjoys handling social media engagement and influencer analytics for the imprint. Bridget is interested in books featuring unconventional success stories, psychology,…
Read MoreSavana joined Portfolio in May 2022 and brings a passion for connecting readers to books they’ll love. She enjoys championing bold, idea-driven books that challenge and inspire. Savana has worked with a diverse group of authors including John Lovell, Coleman Hughes, Edward Fishman, and Tessa West. She recently led marketing efforts for the instant #1…
Read MoreJackie joined Portfolio in May 2022, bringing a robust background in digital marketing and a vibrant Texan spirit. A UT Austin graduate, she honed her skills at the University of Texas Press, working with a diverse range of books. Passionate about diverse, thought-provoking titles, Jackie has played a key role in propelling New York Times…
Read MoreStefanie joined Portfolio in 2013. Over the last decade she has led campaigns for notable authors such as Ryan Holiday, Morgan Housel, Katy Milkman, Jennifer Breheny Wallace, and others. She is passionate about working closely with authors to develop strategic publicity campaigns that leverage their platforms, grow their communities, and help their books find new…
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