AdTechGod sits down with Doug Knopper. Doug is the co-founder of Freewheel and serves on the board of several adtech companies, including Magnite, Extreme Reach, and Locality, and has previously been on the boards of TripleLift and WURL. Freewheel, which was acquired by Comcast for $360 million in 2014 remains a major player in the CTV space, offering a comprehensive platform for buyers and sellers working with CTV and video partners globally. Thank you RainBarrel for advertising on this episode...
Jun 18, 2024•26 min•Ep. 33
AdTechGod sits down with Melanie Eckl from Attributy. Melanie is the General Manager at Attributy. Melanie brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles at TV Squared, Tealium, and Cloudflare, where she developed a profound understanding of how data and technology intersect to propel business growth. Join us as Melanie shares her journey, explores the evolving role of data analytics, and offers insights into the future of AdTech. Thank you RainBarrel for advertising on this episode. Lear...
Jun 11, 2024•24 min•Ep. 32
AdTechGod sits down with Stacy Willis From Playwire. Stacy is the Chief Operating Officer at Playwire. Stacy's career journey is remarkably diverse, encompassing roles in both marketing and engineering. This unique blend of skills has been pivotal in her leadership at Playwire and her navigation through the complexities of our industry industry. Thank you RainBarrel for advertising on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 04, 2024•29 min•Ep. 31
AdTechGod sits down with Katie Evans from Magnite. Katie is the Chief Operating Officer at Magnite. Her journey to the top is incredible. Embodying dedication, strategic foresight, and a passion for leadership. Starting her career with a humble beginning at Mindshare/Maxxus, Katie quickly demonstrated her exceptional capabilities and drive. Now, at Magnite, Katie continues to break barriers and push the envelope, leading her team with a vision that's setting new standards in the space. Her story...
May 28, 2024•23 min•Ep. 30
AdTechGod sits down with Lauren Fisher from Advertiser Perceptions. Lauren is the General Manager of Business Intelligence at Advertiser Perceptions. Lauren spent over nine years at eMarketer prior to this role and her keen analysis and forward-thinking insights have made her a go-to expert for understanding the digital advertising landscape's current trends and future direction. Lauren is currently the General Manager, a role where she leads efforts to decode the complexities of our industry, p...
May 21, 2024•25 min•Ep. 29
AdTechGod sits down with Rick Holtman from HUMAN. Rick serves as the Vice President of Sales at HUMAN. Rick has a robust career spanning more than a decade, he has significantly influenced several high-profile companies before his tenure at HUMAN, including nearly seven years at Freewheel, Watchwith, and AMC. He is known for his deep industry knowledge and extensive experience and unique perspective. Thank you to Innovid for advertising on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
May 14, 2024•26 min•Ep. 28
We are thrilled to introduce our guest, Jay Sears a distinguished figure in the advertising technology industry. With an impressive background that includes pivotal roles at the Rubicon Project, Contextweb and Iab. Jays expertise is well recognized. However, today’s conversation takes a different turn, focusing on a cause close to his heart. A few weeks ago, Jay reached out with the desire to share about Team Daya, a charity he’s passionately involved with. After looking into what Team Dayā stan...
May 09, 2024•23 min
AdTechGod sits down with Miles Fisher from Roku. Miles is the Sr Director, Strategic Advertising Partnerships at Roku. Starting his career as an account manager at MediaMath, he progressed to a role at Google where he concentrated on their marketing platform, with a particular focus on the Data & Telco vertical. Miles has been a positive face to Roku often taking part in panels and speaking engagements. We have interacted online and I am really excited about hearing about his journey and how...
May 07, 2024•24 min•Ep. 27
AdTechGod sits down with Tim and Chris Vanderhook from Viant Tim Vanderhook is the CEO and Chris Vanderhook is COO of Viant.. Their journey is one of true entrepreneurship, from the early days of launching a social network that rivaled the giants, to their daring pivot into AdTech. Under their guidance, Viant has made strategic moves, including the acquisition of Adelphic, which further strengthened their position in the market, capable of delivering cross-channel strategies that encompass deskt...
Apr 30, 2024•34 min•Ep. 26
AdTechGod sits down with Ana Milicevic. Ana is the Principal and Co-founder of Sparrow Advisers. Ana worked at companies we recognize today including Adobe, SAS and Signal acquisition by Transunion. Sparrow Advisers specializes in identifying and executing on opportunities that drive value and change. Under Ana's leadership, the company is redefining what's possible in the digital space, focusing on strategic investments, consulting, and operational excellence. Thank you to Innovid and Kevel for...
Apr 23, 2024•31 min•Ep. 25
AdtechGod sits down with Jarred Wilichinsky from Paramount. Jarred Wilichinsky is the Senior VP of Operations at Paramount. Over the past 4 years Jarred has been running ad operations teams for Paramount and previously spent 15 years at CBS interactive in multiple roles starting as a Traffic Coordinator and moving his way up to Vice President Video Monetization and Operations. It isn’t hard to see that Jarreds commitment to leadership, technical knowledge and best in class ad operations team is ...
Apr 16, 2024•26 min•Ep. 24
AdTechGod sits down with Lizzie Black from Kargo. Lizzie Black is the VP of National Sales at Kargo. Kargo is known for its innovative advertising solutions. It excels in creating, managing, and optimizing campaigns for brands and agencies with a focus on high-quality, creative ad formats within premium content. Lizzie is a powerhouse in the advertising industry, boasting an impressive career that spans across leading companies such as Meredith, Hearst, Valassis, and Federated Media. Known for h...
Apr 09, 2024•31 min•Ep. 23
AdTechGod sits down with Amit Shetty from Pixalate. Amit Shetty is the VP of Product at Pixalate where he is at the forefront of combating ad fraud and promoting a safer, more reliable digital advertising environment. His role is pivotal in driving innovation and integrity within the industry, ensuring that digital advertising remains a powerful tool for marketers while safeguarding user trust and compliance. Prior to Pixalate, Amit spent time working at Yahoo, where he led product for Yahoo!'s ...
Apr 02, 2024•22 min•Ep. 22
AdTechGod Sits down with Mike Fisher from GroupM. Mike Fisher, the Executive Director of Investment Innovation at GroupM, is recognized for his innovative and progressive role in the advertising sector. With an impressive career, Mike has notably contributed to formulating and executing strategies that harness data analytics, programmatic buying, and new digital platforms, delivering client results. Thank you to Publica for advertising on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Mar 26, 2024•30 min•Ep. 21
AdTechGod sits down with Bill Wise from Mediaocean. Bill Wise is the CEO of Mediaocean. With a career spanning over two decades and a driving force behind the digital transformation of advertising. Under his leadership, his platform has managed over 150 Billion of digital advertising spend. Bill is known for his entrepreneurial spirit having successfully founded multiple companies at the intersection of technology and advertising. His insights into the industry are profound and deeply influentia...
Mar 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 20
AdTechGod sits down with Mari Tangredi from Cadent. Mari is currently the Sr. Vice President, Global Partnerships at Cadent. Her journey is a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit and deep understanding of the ecosystem. From software development to technical sales and product development her journey is great to listen to. In addition, her role in significant industry milestones like the acquisition of 4info by Cadent is impressive. Whether you are an entrepreneur or a budding adtech enthusias...
Mar 12, 2024•27 min•Ep. 19
AdTechGod sits down with Cory Davis from Transunion. Cory is currently the Sr. Industry Executive - Media and Platforms at TransUnion. He is a wealth of knowledge and expertise in business development and partnerships roles, specifically in the media & adtech vertical, with a key focus around identity and data. Cory shares his passion for advertising and media from his early days in his career and describes how he "fell forward," moving up the ranks from media buying to his current role toda...
Mar 05, 2024•27 min•Ep. 18
AdTechGod sits down with Nola Solomon from Criteo. She has an impressive career trajectory that has seen her at the helm of pivotal roles across some of the most recognizable names in the industry including Specific Media, AOL, The Trade Desk, NBC Universal, and more. Nola is currently the Senior Vice President, Go-to-Market Strategy and Enablement at Criteo. In her nearly three years at Criteo, Nola has been instrumental in steering product commercialization, orchestrating sales enablement prog...
Feb 27, 2024•25 min•Ep. 17
AdtechGod sits down with Mike Hauptman CEO and Founder of Adlib. Mike's adtech journey began at MediaPlex and flourished during his eight years at MediaMath, where he held key roles such as Vice President of Business Development and Global Vice President of Platforms and Client Success. As CEO of AdLib, he is focused on removing the barriers and complexities from programmatic advertising and he shares his vision with us all on this episode. Thank you to Publica for advertising on this podcast. L...
Feb 20, 2024•27 min•Ep. 16
AdTechGod sits down with Daniel Church, Head of Advanced TV product at Beachfront. Daniel has carved a niche for himself through significant contributions and leadership roles in companies like StickyAds, Freewheel, and currently, Beachfront, where he is spearheading advanced TV product innovation. His journey through the evolving landscape of TV advertising, from linear to programmatic, highlights both the challenges and milestones of integrating traditional models with cutting-edge technology....
Feb 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 15
AdTechGod sits down with Esther Maguire from LG Ad Solutions. Esther Maguire is the Head of Product Marketing and Strategy at LG Ads Solutions. She is an exceptional human who discusses her family's background in technology, embracing technology, and the beauty of creation in technology. Her passion for marketing and messaging, and its importance for motivating decision-making, shines through in her story. Thank you to Publica for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational ...
Feb 06, 2024•37 min•Ep. 14
AdtechGod sits down with Anthony Katsur. Anthony's career is a roadmap of success. He's been a driving force at some of the most innovative companies in our industry. His tenure at IAB Tech Lab has been marked by groundbreaking initiatives, pushing the boundaries of digital advertising standards and practices. His leadership in developing new technologies and policies has profoundly influenced how digital advertising operates globally. Thank you to Relevant Digital for advertising on this podcas...
Jan 30, 2024•31 min•Ep. 13
AdtechGod sits down with Brian O'Kelley the Godfather of Programmatic. Brian O'Kelley, often referred to as the godfather of programmatic advertising, is a visionary entrepreneur and industry pioneer who has played a pivotal role in revolutionizing the digital advertising landscape. Brian is currently the CEO and Founder of Scope3 and is leading the industry on the decarbonization of media. Thank you to Relevant Digital for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resourc...
Jan 23, 2024•37 min•Ep. 12
AdTechGod sits down with the SKAN Queen, Sara Camden the Head of Product Marketing, Mobile App Performance at InMobi. Sara takes us through the eras of mobile advertising and shares her experience and learnings at ChaCha, Equifax and Vibenomics. Sara is dedicated to education, knowledge sharing and has an amazing perspective on the mobile privacy space. Thank you to Relevant Digital for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resources, ATG slack community, jobs and more...
Jan 16, 2024•31 min•Ep. 11
AdTechGod sits down with Aditi Ramesh from Anzu. Aditi recounts her journey into AdTech, highlighting the pivotal role played by mentors and colleagues who provided guidance, education, and unwavering support in her professional development. Our discussion also dives into the insights gained from her experience as a solopreneur, where she's taken on the role of marketer and brand champion for her side hustle. Thank you to Flashtalking and OKO Digital for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtech...
Jan 02, 2024•30 min•Ep. 9
AdTechGod sits down with Cory Greenberg from Index Exchange. Cory's enthusiasm for AdTech is truly exceptional, a rarity in my experience. His unparalleled expertise, extensive network, and profound understanding of the CTV industry sets him apart. Cory digs deep into his inner drive for success and underscores the pivotal role that maintaining a healthy balance between personal and professional relationships has played in propelling him towards his achievements. Thank you to Flashtalking and OK...
Dec 12, 2023•30 min•Ep. 8
AdTechGod sits down with Matt Barash from Index Exchange. Matt highlights how much this business has benefited us, emphasizes the significance of friendships and our network, and points out the vibrant personalities that make the AdTech industry such a fantastic industry to be a part of. Thank you to Flashtalking and OKO Digital for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resources, ATG slack community, jobs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Nov 28, 2023•39 min•Ep. 7
AdTechGod sits down with Joe Zawadzki from Aperiam Ventures and founder of Mediamath. Joe describes his 20+ years in AdTech, his greatest accomplishment, the future of the industry and the future of Mediamath. The Arc of Time Bends Towards Justice. Thank you to Flashtalking and OKO Digital for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resources, ATG slack community, jobs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 14, 2023•40 min•Ep. 6
AdTechGod sits down with Michelle Hulst from GumGum Michelle speaks about her time at Datalogix, Oracle and the Trade Desk. She gives us a glimpse into GumGums diverse offering today and in the future. Find the intersection of what you do well with what the company needs. Thank you to Flashtalking for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resources, ATG slack community, jobs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Oct 31, 2023•31 min•Ep. 5
AdTechGod sits down with Lauren Wetzel from Infosum. Listen 👂 Learn 📖 Implement 🛠️ Thank you to Flashtalking and Adelaide Metrics for advertising on this podcast. Visit adtechgod.com for educational resources, ATG slack community, jobs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Oct 17, 2023•33 min•Ep. 4
