Joanna Coles is a visionary leader in media, technology, and political journalism, known for her ability to shape and decode today’s rapidly evolving digital and political landscapes. As Chief Content Officer and Creative Officer of The Daily Beast and executive producer of the hit series The Bold Type, Coles draws on over 30 years of experience transforming stories across print, television, radio, and digital platforms. Her perspective and creative approach led her to revolutionize brands like Cosmopolitan, driving them beyond traditional channels to capture the attention and loyalty of modern audiences.

In addition to her pioneering work in media, Coles is a formidable voice in political journalism. As a frequent guest on CNN and MSNBC, Coles distills complex political developments with wit, clarity, and the journalist’s eye for what matters most. Her ability to bridge the worlds of media and politics makes her a go-to analyst for audiences who want to understand the impact of current events on their industries and lives. At The Daily Beast she recently launched The Daily Beast Podcast, where she incisively covers politics, pop culture, and everything in-between with Samantha Bee.

Before joining The Daily Beast, Coles was Chief Content Officer of Hearst Magazines, responsible for 300 magazines globally. She joined Hearst in 2006 as editor-in-chief of Marie Claire, where she co-produced the Style Network’s unscripted show Running in Heels. She was named editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan, the world’s largest women’s media brand, in 2012. She was the executive producer of the unscripted series So Cosmo on E! in 2017.

Over the course of her career, Coles has won numerous prestigious awards for journalism and media leadership. She's been described by The New York Times as “one of the most powerful people in media.”

A frequent commentator on media, business and women’s issues, Coles is also the author of Love Rules, published by HarperCollins, about relationships in the digital age.