AAPI Heritage Month | Rockstar: Heather Blanthorn

Heather Blanthorn is a Group Account Director at Quigley-Simpson with over 20 years of experience in marketing and client leadership.

 Known for an attentive and proactive approach, she is a trusted partner to both clients and internal teams—serving as a strategic liaison who drives alignment, collaboration, and impactful work. Heather leads with empathy and approachability, fostering environments where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to deliver meaningful results.

 Heather began her career in publishing, starting as a sales account assistant at McCall’s magazine before moving into marketing roles across magazine brands, where she developed multi-platform programs for advertisers. She later joined The New York Times in the Marketing Services and Sales Development departments, partnering with advertisers on integrated programs—an experience that ultimately served as a bridge into the agency world.

 Born in South Korea and adopted as an infant, Heather brings a perspective shaped by both gratitude and an awareness of how different beginnings can influence opportunity. This perspective informs a leadership style rooted in empathy, inclusivity, and a deep respect for people and their individual paths.