Mario Grande is the Vice President of Revenue & Membership Growth at the Consumer Brands Association, where he leads the development and execution of strategies to grow membership, attract major partners and sponsors, and expand the association’s non-dues revenue portfolio. He plays a key role in strengthening relationships with stakeholders who support the organization’s mission and growth.

Prior to joining Consumer Brands, Mario served as Chief Commercial Officer at the American Trucking Associations, where he led revenue generation, the event team and marketing efforts across the enterprise. He has also held senior sales leadership roles at SmithBucklin, an association management company, as well as CQ/Roll Call and The Hill, where he specialized in political advocacy media.

Mario is a graduate of Fordham University in New York and continues to be a loyal New York sports fan, as well as an avid outdoor enthusiast and pickleball player.