CHICAGO, IL, February 26, 2025 – Modern Luxury Media (MLM), the nation’s largest luxury media company, is proud to announce the return of publishing executive Dan Uslan to lead its Chicago market. Uslan assumes the newly created role of Regional Group Publisher with added responsibilities overseeing the prestigious flagship titles CS (Chicago Social), NS (Northshore Magazine), Modern Luxury Weddings, Modern Luxury Interiors, and Michigan Avenue. Modern Luxury produces premier magazines, digital platforms, and events dedicated to the area’s most affluent and influential individuals and businesses.

Dan Uslan

Previously, Uslan cemented his reputation in the media landscape as the founding publisher of Michigan Avenue magazine, which was acquired by Modern Luxury in 2017. Uslan’s appointment reunites him with editor-in-chief JP Anderson, with whom he has been associated for 20 years.

With a proven track record of success and a deep understanding of the high-end market, Uslan is poised to drive growth and continued innovation for Modern Luxury. His leadership will focus on expanding the company’s reach, its digital, print, and experiential platform offerings, and enhancing its presence in the vibrant media landscape of both Chicago and the suburbs. This strategic move signals a renewed commitment to delivering unparalleled services to Chicagoland’s high-end market.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Dan back to Modern Luxury,” said Michael Dickey, CEO. “His expertise and passion make him the perfect fit to lead the team and continue our mission of delivering exceptional content to our readers and value for our advertisers and sponsors.”

Mike Pallad, President, added, “Dan's return is what we need now. He is committed to building a strong and engaged community around CS (Chicago Social), fostering connections between the area’s most discerning individuals and the brands that cater to their lifestyle. His team will form partnerships to offer the most sought-after events, further solidifying its position as the leading voice in the area.”

Uslan expressed his enthusiasm for returning, stating, “I'm honored to lead this exceptional team into the next chapter. Chicagoland, a world-class region, is constantly evolving, and so too must our approach to publishing. I’m excited to explore new platforms, engage with businesses in more meaningful ways, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the luxury media space.”

The exciting news arrives at a pivotal moment of growth and is perfectly aligned with the launch of ModernLuxury.com. This new global website unites all Modern Luxury brands under one digital platform, expanding the reach and accessibility of the publication’s elevated content and marketing opportunities.

About MODERN LUXURY MEDIA: At Modern Luxury, connection and community define who we are. Reaching a print and digital audience of more than 50 million, we are the nation’s largest luxury media company, offering leading brands access to the most affluent audiences in the most prominent cities across the U.S. Through the power of the Modern Luxury Media ecosystem, including 80+ brands across 24 markets, we deliver powerful marketing solutions allowing luxury brands to connect with their audiences in the places and ways that matter the most.

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