Episodes
AdTechGod sits down with Ryan McConaghy
Ryan's career is impressive. He has an extensive background in the media and advertising industry, having held multiple roles at highly recognizable organizations such as The Atlantic, Daily Motion, Warner Brothers, and The New York Times, to name just a few.
With his wealth of experience and deep insights into ad operations and monetization strategies, Ryan has become a leading voice in the industry.
I'm personally really excited to meet Ryan. Not only...
Published 07/09/24
AdTechGod sits down with Nicole R. Ferrera
Nicole's impressive journey doesn't stop.
Before starting NRF Media, Nicole served as the Head of Product & Ad Sales Marketing at Inmar Intelligence. There, she played a pivotal role in driving product innovation and marketing strategies that revolutionized ad sales.
Nicole was also the Head of Platform Partnerships & Emerging Media Revenue at Paramount. She wasn’t always on the publisher and advisory side having previously worked at some of...
Published 07/02/24
AdTechGod sits down with Dave Morgan.
Dave Morgan, Founder and Chairman at Simulmedia. Dave has a storied history in adtech, marked by innovation and leadership.
Dave is known not just for his executive leadership and founding companies but also for his thought leadership, writing extensively on the future of media and advertising in multiple publications.
Thank you RainBarrel for advertising on this episode.
Published 06/25/24
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...
Published 06/18/24
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.
Published 06/11/24
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.
Published 06/04/24
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...
Published 05/28/24
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...
Published 05/21/24
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.
Published 05/14/24
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...
Published 05/09/24
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...
Published 05/07/24
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...
Published 04/30/24
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...
Published 04/23/24
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...
Published 04/16/24
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...
Published 04/09/24
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...
Published 04/02/24
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.
Published 03/26/24
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...
Published 03/19/24
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...
Published 03/12/24
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...
Published 03/05/24
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...
Published 02/27/24
Creative is the Final Frontier
Ben Kartzman is the final episode of our inaugural 5 part creative series!
We are delighted to have Ben Kartzman, the COO of Flashtalking, join us to talk about all things Creative.
We are so grateful to our creative adtech sponsor, Flashtalking by Mediaocean, for helping AdTechGod and OhHello.io 🌞☕️ come together to cut through the industry noise by bringing you The AdTech Forum.
Thank you for watching, learning, and engaging with the first (of many) series...
Published 02/22/24
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.
Published 02/20/24
In this episode, we talk with Nikhil Lai, of Forrester, on the intersection between creative and performance marketing - Nikhil is as sharp and well-spoken as they come.
4 Takeaways:
- Creative Empowerment: Creative assets are the underutilized secret sauce in today's marketing mix
- Innovative Testing: Breaking down ad components and testing variables allows for precise optimization
- Forester's Vision: Stay tuned for Forrester's upcoming initiatives, including a comprehensive analysis...
Published 02/15/24
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...
Published 02/13/24