Stephen Freitas has spent more than 30 years serving in leadership roles across the OOH industry. Most recently and for the past 22-years, he led US OOH marketing efforts as the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA) Chief Marketing Officer. In that role, he served as spokesman and thought leader, helping to advance and unite the OOH advertising industry through education and promotion.
Before joining OAAA, he spent a decade developing high profile marketing programs for Clear Channel Communications and its preceding companies Eller Media Company and Patrick Media Group. As Senior Vice President for Marketing, he was responsible for global branding in 65 markets, strategy, research, public relations, and corporate communications. Prior to joining the OOH advertising industry, he worked as a media planner at several San Francisco agencies.
Located in North America, Stephen understands the value of OOH media and how the medium builds brands. His other passion is historic properties having served on numerous historic society and museum Boards.