James Colistra
Founder of Wonderfish, Former Executive Director at Forbes, Creator of the Podcast Power Circuit
Male from Newark, United states and speaks EnglishAvailable for Collaboration, Interviews in In-Person, Remote Formats
I help entrepreneurs and coaches secure podcast appearances to amplify their message and grow their audience, enabling them to reach new heights in their business.
Through tailored strategies and content creation, I ensure they make a lasting impact and connect with their ideal clients effectively.
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About James Colistra
James Colistra has spent the past 20 years at the intersection of marketing and media, starting as a Marketing Manager at The Economist and eventually serving as Executive Director of Integrated Marketing at Forbes.
At Forbes, he created content-driven campaigns for some of the world’s most influential brands, while launching new events, advertising products, and podcasts.
Career Highlights:
— Led PR and media relations for the world’s largest custom printing company, Sticker Mule, helping the company’s founder get featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fortune and more, and land appearances on national radio, television, and podcasts with 1M+ listeners.
— Led Forbes’ integrated marketing along with the successful development of several key editorial franchises, including Under 30, SHOOK Top Advisor and 50 Over 50.
— Developed and presented winning pitches, including a multi-million-dollar deal at Forbes for the Aviram Awards, an annual competition that gave out $1.3M in prize money to startups and marked a historic collaboration between Israel and neighboring MENA countries.
Availability for Interviews
Weekdays only from 9am to 5pm America/New_York
Interview & Promotion Format
- Guest Form
- Pre-Interview Call
- Share Episodes
- Email Subscribers
Target Audience
I help entrepreneurs and coaches secure podcast appearances to amplify their message and grow their audience, enabling them to reach new heights in their business.
Through tailored strategies and content creation, I ensure they make a lasting impact and connect with their ideal clients effectively.
Why Invite James Colistra as a Guest?
James Colistra is a dynamic podcast guest because his career sits at the crossroads of marketing, media, and storytelling. With two decades of experience, he brings both credibility and fresh perspective. At Forbes, he helped shape iconic editorial franchises like Under 30 and 50 Over 50, working directly with some of the world’s most influential leaders and brands. He understands how cultural trends, media narratives, and business goals intersect—and he explains it in a way that’s both insightful and entertaining. James also brings a track record of driving visibility at the highest levels. His behind-the-scenes experience gives listeners an inside look at how companies break through noise, earn credibility, and capture attention in competitive markets.