# American Express Names Jess Ling as New CMO

> American Express appoints Jess Ling as next CMO, effective November 30.
- Title: American Express Names Jess Ling as New CMO · Adweek
- Summary: American Express appoints Jess Ling as next CMO, effective November 30. Jess Ling will become American Express CMO on November 30, succeeding Elizabeth…
- Keywords: american express, jess ling, cmo, elizabeth rutledge, verizon media, onbrand, chief marketing officer, Adweek
- Source: Adweek — https://adweek.com/commerce/american-express-names-jess-ling-cmo
- Author: Mitchell Parton
- Published: 2026-11-05T18:56:29+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: american express, jess ling, cmo, elizabeth rutledge, verizon media, onbrand, chief marketing officer
## New CMO Appointment
American Express names Jess Ling as its next chief marketing officer effective November 30.
## Succeeding Elizabeth Rutledge
Ling succeeds Elizabeth Rutledge, who plans to retire in March after more than three decades at Amex.
## Background in Marketing
Ling brings over 20 years of experience in marketing, advertising, and media from Verizon Media before joining Amex in 2019.
## Key takeaway

Jess Ling will become American Express CMO on November 30, succeeding Elizabeth Rutledge after 20+ years in marketing.