Red Ventures

Precisely Promotes Christopher Hall to Chief Product Officer

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Precisely , the global leader in data integrity, today announced it has promoted Christopher Hall to Chief Product Officer.

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  • Precisely , the global leader in data integrity, today announced it has promoted Christopher Hall to Chief Product Officer.
  • In his new role, Christopher will oversee product strategies and roadmaps for the entire Precisely product portfolio, including the continued innovation and delivery of the Data Integrity Suite .
  • “Chris brings to Precisely a unique skillset that includes strong operational excellence and expertise to successfully drive our product direction and development.
  • He has the SaaS background and market experience that’s essential to lead our product organization as we continue to innovate and scale our Data Integrity Suite and the rest of our product portfolio,” said Eric Yau, Chief Operating Officer at Precisely.

Bluecore Introduces Customer Movement Technology and Services Proven to Drive Retail and DTC Brand Growth

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bluecore, a retail shopper identification and customer movement technology, has announced the launch of its proprietary Customer Analytics product and Customer Movement Assessment services.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bluecore, a retail shopper identification and customer movement technology, has announced the launch of its proprietary Customer Analytics product and Customer Movement Assessment services.
  • Cohort analysis: Retailers get customer movement insights from first identified to first purchase, first purchase to repeat purchase, and at-risk to active customer.
  • With our Customer Analytics and Customer Movement Assessment, any retail or DTC brand leader can now clearly prioritize technology and tactics that deliver incremental revenue through incremental customer performance,” said Sherene Hilal, Bluecore’s Chief Product Officer.
  • To learn more about Customer Movement read Bluecore’s guide to understanding and capitalizing on customer movement.

Mike Scatterday Joins Raptive as SVP Creator Commerce

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Raptive announced today the appointment of Mike Scatterday as the Senior Vice President of Creator Commerce. Scatterday is one of several strategic hires focused on expanding and developing new resources for creators and advertisers. In his role, Scatterday will spearhead the acceleration of the company's affiliate products and services strategy, and be responsible for developing new commerce capabilities to help Raptive's more than 5,000 creators build diversified revenue opportunities.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Raptive announced today the appointment of Mike Scatterday as the Senior Vice President of Creator Commerce.
  • Scatterday is one of several strategic hires focused on expanding and developing new resources for creators and advertisers.
  • I am excited for the growth of Raptive's affiliate and commerce offerings with Mike at the helm."
  • Mike Scatterday, SVP Creator Commerce at Raptive added: "Raptive has been the leader in driving growth for creators.

New Pediatric Mental Health Center to Offer Ukraine Children + Teens Free Treatment for War-Related Psychological Trauma

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Friday, December 15, 2023

LVIV, Ukraine, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A groundbreaking new mental health center dedicated to helping Ukraine children and teens suffering PTSD and war trauma-related conditions will open today in Lviv, providing free and low-cost treatment to children in need. The facility, located in Lviv's St. Nicolas Children's Hospital, will provide everything from psychotherapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation and medical services to Ukraine youth. Creation of the center was made possible with a significant investment from nonprofit organization Stronger Than Ever and Red Ventures, a US-based company, along with other donors, through a partnership with Lviv IT Cluster and JustAnswer.

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  • The facility, located in Lviv's St. Nicolas Children's Hospital, will provide everything from psychotherapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation and medical services to Ukraine youth.
  • "The number of children in need of help is increasing every day because the psychological consequences of war are distant in time.
  • "With the pediatric mental health center opening today, we create access to mental health resources for Ukraine's youngest citizens, and empower them to carve a path towards a brighter and more prosperous future for the country."
  • We cannot stand by and watch as a generation of young Ukrainians suffers from the effects of violence and fear."

The Arena Group Names Katie Kulik as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Growth and Innovation

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102855928/en/
    Katie Kulik, new Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re thrilled to welcome Katie Kulik as our new Chief Revenue Officer,” said Ross Levinsohn, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Arena Group.
  • After completing the sale, she was named Chief Revenue Officer of CNET Media Group, a Red Ventures Company.
  • "As the Chief Revenue Officer of The Arena Group, I am thrilled to embark on a journey that will elevate our media revenue to new heights," stated Katie Kulik.
  • Despite a difficult macroeconomic environment, The Arena Group delivered impressive results in Q2 2023, with revenue growth, improved CPMs, and stable operating expenses.

Gannett Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results & Updated Full Year Outlook

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Gannett Co., Inc. ("Gannett", "we", "us", "our", or the "Company") (NYSE: GCI) today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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  • Gannett Co., Inc. ("Gannett", "we", "us", "our", or the "Company") (NYSE: GCI) today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
  • Our financial results for the third quarter reflect the continued progress on our strategy and our resilience in successfully navigating a challenging operating environment for our advertising clients.
  • We also maintained a strong liquidity position with $109 million of cash at the end of the third quarter.
  • We expect this trend of digital revenue growth to continue into the fourth quarter of 2023."

Driving Growth with a People-Centric Vision: AddShoppers Welcomes Heather Cheney

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Monday, November 6, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Underscoring its commitment to fostering a workplace and culture where employees can truly thrive, AddShoppers welcomes Heather Cheney as its new Chief People Officer. Heather comes to us with an extensive career at Red Ventures, where she served as a seasoned People Operations leader and a highly accomplished business operator, boasting a proven track record in driving customer acquisition for well-known national brands. Her extensive background and experience in these areas, coupled with her profound knowledge of the digital marketing and eCommerce space, make her a highly valuable asset to our organization. This unique blend of expertise will further align AddShoppers with its vision of nurturing a positive, flexible, and growth-focused culture while simultaneously driving business growth.

Key Points: 
  • AddShoppers announces Heather Cheney, previously of Red Ventures, as its new Chief People Officer.
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Underscoring its commitment to fostering a workplace and culture where employees can truly thrive, AddShoppers welcomes Heather Cheney as its new Chief People Officer.
  • This unique blend of expertise will further align AddShoppers with its vision of nurturing a positive, flexible, and growth-focused culture while simultaneously driving business growth.
  • Heather Cheney steps into her role at AddShoppers with a strong history of transformative leadership, derived from her extensive experience in her previous role.

mPulse Recognizes Innovative Healthcare Organizations in the Sixth Annual Activate 2023 Awards

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

mPulse , the leader in conversational AI and digital engagement solutions for the healthcare industry, announced the winners of the Activate 2023 Awards.

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  • mPulse , the leader in conversational AI and digital engagement solutions for the healthcare industry, announced the winners of the Activate 2023 Awards.
  • The awards recognize key customers and healthcare organizations who showcase industry-leading health outcomes, technology innovation, and health equity results for members.
  • The winners were announced at mPulse’s annual Activate conference where industry leaders and SMEs share innovative strategies for digital health activation to over 200 participants across the healthcare ecosystem.
  • Activate Award participants include healthcare industry leaders and innovative health plans focused on improving patient outcomes, incorporating behavioral science into member journey design, and addressing other critical engagement goals.

Raptive names Marc McCollum EVP, Innovation

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raptive, a creator company dedicated to powering creator independence, today announced digital media veteran Marc McCollum has joined Raptive as the Executive Vice President, Innovation. In this newly created role, McCollum will be responsible for developing new revenue streams that open new monetization opportunities for its more than 5,000 creators, such as the company's affiliate products and services, and the creation of its new video and social offerings, among other opportunities that complement the company's industry-leading digital advertising sales business.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raptive , a creator company dedicated to powering creator independence, today announced digital media veteran Marc McCollum has joined Raptive as the Executive Vice President, Innovation.
  • Marc McCollum, Executive Vice President, Innovation, Raptive, added: "Over the last few decades, media companies and marketers have been innovating how they work together to serve customers and drive them to consideration and purchase.
  • And there is no better place to do that than Raptive."
  • Prior to Red Ventures, McCollum spent 20 years at Accenture, where he was a partner advising clients and leading engagements focused on content, marketing, ad tech, and customer acquisition.

Storyblok achieves record growth in the US as businesses race to build better digital experiences

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Storyblok, the content management system (CMS) category leader that empowers both developers and marketing teams to create better content experiences across all digital channels, today announced that the US is its fastest growing market worldwide.Storyblok will launch a US entity in January 2024 to continue supporting the explosive growth in the market. The company will also create a dedicated UK entity to establish its local presence later in 2024. Even as Storyblok continues to expand internationally, it will remain a fully remote company: all 230+ employees work across 45+ countries.

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  • Storyblok will launch a US entity in January 2024 to continue supporting the explosive growth in the market.
  • Even as Storyblok continues to expand internationally, it will remain a fully remote company: all 230+ employees work across 45+ countries.
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  • Our research shows that 75% of US businesses report improved KPIs, revenue growth, and productivity since switching to a composable, headless CMS.
  • Results like that will continue to fuel our growth in the US and internationally," said Dominik Angerer, Co-Founder and CEO of Storyblok.