Russell Wager oversees all of the company’s marketing communications including the marketing operations, customer journey, and public relations areas. He joined Kia in July 2019.

Russell brings more than 30 years of automotive experience to Kia. He served as the vice president of marketing for Mazda North America and has led major automotive accounts at several of the top advertising and marketing agencies both globally and in the U.S., including David&Goliath, where he led the Kia business for several years.

Wager resides in Irvine, California, with his wife and dog, an Australian Blue Heeler named McQueen.