Russell Howard

Russell Howard has over 25 years of experience in cable and broadcast television, serving, among other roles, as SVP Communications Worldwide for National Geographic Channels, responsible for most high-profile events on the networks. As VP of Marketing & Communications at TEAM Services, he developed marketing campaigns for WWE, Universal Studios, Paramount Studios, and New Line Cinema. Previously, Howard managed news promotion, public relations, and community affairs at KDKA-TV2 in Pittsburgh, leading efforts like the media partnership for the launch of the Andy Warhol Museum.

Russell also served as president of The Three Rivers Film Festival while being part of the Board of Pittsburgh Filmmakers. His recent efforts included contributing his energies to Drap-Art, an international recycled art exhibition in Barcelona, and launching local community programs for the Woodstock Film Festival.

In his last position as Vice President of Special Events and Development for PDP (Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership), he developed signature events like PDP’s Light Up Night and the Peoples Gas Holiday Market™. Additionally, he ensured the financial success of PDP’s efforts by creating value-added sponsorship opportunities.

Other notable events he initiated include the Picklesburgh Festival and the Re:NEW Festival, organized in 2016, in collaboration with Drap-Art. Thanks to his recommendations, Drap-Art has had the privilege of repeatedly participating in cultural activities in Pittsburgh.