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Julia Goldin

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Julia Goldin serves as Global Chief Marketing Officer at LEGO Group, where she leads brand and marketing strategy for one of the world's most recognized consumer brands, championing responsible digital engagement, child-safe advertising practices, and creative brand-building. Prior to LEGO, she held senior leadership at Mattel, serving as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Barbie. She is widely regarded as a principled voice in AdTech and marketing circles, particularly on the intersection of brand trust, data privacy, and ethical advertising to children and families.

Last updated Jun 6, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Role
Global Chief Marketing Officer
Company
LEGO Group
Based
Billund, Denmark
Years in industry
20 years

Bio

Julia Goldin serves as Global Chief Marketing Officer at LEGO Group, where she leads brand and marketing strategy for one of the world's most recognized consumer brands, championing responsible digital engagement, child-safe advertising practices, and creative brand-building. Prior to LEGO, she held senior leadership at Mattel, serving as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Barbie. She is widely regarded as a principled voice in AdTech and marketing circles, particularly on the intersection of brand trust, data privacy, and ethical advertising to children and families.

Career

  • Senior Vice President and General Manager, Barbie

    Mattel · prior to LEGO

Expertise & education

Expertise

Responsible Marketing to ChildrenData Privacy and Children's Advertising RegulationBrand Strategy and Purpose-Driven MarketingDigital TransformationProgrammatic Advertising EthicsConsumer EngagementDigital MarketingFirst-Party Data Strategy

Speaking topics

Responsible Marketing to Children and FamiliesData Privacy and Ethical Advertising TechnologyBrand Trust and Transparent Marketing PracticesDigital Transformation of Iconic Consumer BrandsPurpose-Driven Marketing

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Led LEGO Group's global marketing transformation, modernizing digital and programmatic strategies while maintaining child-safe advertising standards
  • Credited with helping revitalize the Barbie brand at Mattel through purpose-driven, culturally relevant marketing campaigns
  • Established LEGO as an industry reference point for ethical digital marketing and responsible data practices targeting families