Harold Theodore Bers (December 20, 1913 – October 13, 1961) was an American advertising executive, poet, and crossword puzzle constructor.

[2] He spent his adult life in the advertising business, holding positions ranging from copywriter to executive at BBDO, William Esty Co., Young & Rubicam, McCann-Erickson, Bachenheimer, Dundes & Frank, Warwick & Legler, and Lennen & Newell.

"[17] One early example was his January 19, 1958 puzzle, titled "Catalogue," which featured more than 20 cat-related clues and answers (such as CATACOMBS, THECATSMEOW, CATNAPPED, WILDCATTERS, and KRAZYKAT).

[20] A 1960 puzzle titled "A Few Footnotes" was stuffed with footwear-related answers (including WATERMOCCASIN, BOOTHILL, IRISHBROGUE, OXFORDSHIRE, and BICYCLEPUMP).

[23][24] Bers was selected as a member, alongside Arthur Wynne, Margaret Farrar, F. Gregory Hartswick, Prosper Buranelli, Anne Fox, Jack Luzzatto, and Jules Arensberg.

[2] He was also involved in community theater and Democratic Party politics, serving as a member of the city committee of North Castle, New York.