Connie Anne Phillips
Returns as Publisher Condé Nast has shaken up its
longstanding publishing leadership at Glamour, historically its most profitable
brand but one that's seen unevenness in recent years. Former InStyle and Vogue
sales exec Connie Anne Phillips was named vp, publisher, replacing veteran
publisher Bill Wackermann.
Wackermann,
a polarizing figure but one known for his showmanship and repositioning
expertise, has led Glamour to record-breaking
results. At one time, he had oversight for other titles in addition to
Glamour, including Details, Bon Appétit and Brides. But Glamour has faced
stepped up competition for the young female consumer from archrival Hearst
Magazines, now under the leadership of ex-Condé Nast executive David Carey.
Glamour's ad page growth was flat in the first three months of the year, per
Publishers Information Bureau. Outside of ad sales, it hasn't helped that the
newsstand-reliant Glamour has struggled with single copy sales.
