Dara Treseder: CMO Autodesk

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  • Chief Marketing Officer at Autodesk
  • Former SVP & Global Head of Marketing at Peloton
  • Board Director at Robinhood and Public Health Institute
  • Named to Forbes CMO Next, AdAge Women to Watch, Business Insider Most Innovative CMOs
  • Speaker at CES, Cannes Lions, ANA Masters of Marketing, and Web Summit
  • Featured in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Adweek

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  • Travels from: San Francisco, CA
  • **Fee range: $75,001 - $100,000

Keynote Topics

  • Fostering Innovation
  • A “Business to Human” Brand Strategy Model
  • Cleared Eyed Risk and Data-Driven Choices
  • A Conversation with Dara Treseder
  • Storytelling – Making Your Value Proposition Visual

Dara Treseder is a powerhouse in the world of global marketing, innovation, and leadership. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Autodesk, she oversees the company’s worldwide marketing strategy, driving customer-centric growth, brand expansion, and industry-leading transformation initiatives. With a career that spans influential roles at Peloton, Carbon, GE, and Apple, Dara brings unmatched insight into how cutting-edge marketing drives business success. Her dynamic presence on stage, paired with her sharp intellect and relatable communication style, has made her one of the most sought-after speakers on marketing, brand strategy, digital transformation, and leadership.

Known for fusing creativity with data-driven strategy, Dara captivates audiences with stories from her journey at the intersection of technology, culture, and purpose. Dara Treseder delivers more than inspiration—she brings actionable insights forged through real-world experience, positioning her as a premier voice in 21st-century business leadership. With every keynote, she challenges organizations to think boldly, build authentically, and grow intentionally.

Dara Treseder’s career reflects a rare blend of operational expertise, creative brilliance, and thought leadership. At Autodesk, she leads a global marketing organization responsible for brand marketing, demand generation, digital marketing, and global communications. She owns Autodesk’s P&L for marketing and plays a pivotal role in the company’s transformation into a platform-driven powerhouse for design and engineering professionals.

Before joining Autodesk, Dara served as SVP and Global Head of Marketing, Communications, and Membership at Peloton. There, she led a transformative brand overhaul, spearheaded global campaigns, and navigated the company through a hypergrowth period, doubling its membership and solidifying its cultural relevance. Her leadership helped propel Peloton into one of the most recognized wellness and tech brands in the world.

Earlier in her career, Dara held marketing leadership roles at Carbon—an innovator in 3D printing—where she established a disruptive category narrative, and at GE, where she developed integrated campaigns for the GE Business Innovations unit. At Apple, she refined her product marketing acumen, contributing to global campaigns that shaped consumer perceptions of the brand’s hardware and software ecosystem.

Beyond her executive roles, Dara Treseder is a board director at both Robinhood and the Public Health Institute, underscoring her commitment to public impact and cross-sector innovation. She has also been named to Forbes’ “CMO Next,” Business Insider’s “Most Innovative CMOs in the World,” and AdAge’s “Women to Watch.”

Her thought leadership is featured in top-tier publications like Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Adweek. She has delivered keynote addresses at premier events including CES, Cannes Lions, Web Summit, and ANA Masters of Marketing, making her a consistent draw for audiences eager to understand what’s next in business and marketing.

Dara Treseder is more than a marketing executive—she’s a transformational leader whose insights and experiences inspire audiences to reimagine what’s possible in business, brand, and leadership. As Autodesk’s Chief Marketing Officer and a boardroom strategist, she speaks with authority, authenticity, and heart. With a proven record of elevating global brands and scaling innovation, Dara brings a future-focused lens that is deeply relevant to today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

Her ability to deliver compelling, customized keynotes makes her a top choice for event planners seeking substance, strategy, and inspiration. With Dara Treseder on your stage, your audience will leave energized, enlightened, and equipped to lead with purpose.

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