SIMONSEN SALES & MARKETING - Key Persons
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- Chief Marketing Officer
- As Chief Marketing Officer
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- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Executive Officer of Endeavor Business Media
Chris Ferrell, Chief Executive Officer of Endeavor Business Media, founded the company in December 2017 for the purpose of acquiring and operating B2B media assets. Endeavor is a business-to-business media company that provides comprehensive, integrated advertising, marketing and custom content programs for advertisers in various B2B markets including Accounting, Aviation, Dentistry, Facility Maintenance and Fire and Public Safety, to name just a few. Chris' expertise in all aspects of media M&A has led to the success and continued growth of Endeavor Business Media.
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- Managing Director / Money - Media Inc.
Dan Fink oversees Money-Media Inc., which was acquired by the Financial Times in January 2008. Money-Media is a native digital publisher with over 120 staff, ten news services, and operations on three continents. Money-Media sits within FT Specialist, the Financial Times' specialist publishing division and publishes premium news across multiple industries. Dan is a member of the FT's senior management group, is the chairman of the FT's 401k investment committee, and was elected to the board of directors for the Specialized Information Publishers Association (SIPA). Dan earned an MBA at Indiana University and was a national champion gymnast.
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- Director of Digital Strategy for CCI Media
As Director of Digital Strategy for CCI Media, David Biggs guides all digital initiatives and third-party software integrations for CCI's brands in the professional woodworking and organized storage markets. The results of his work are clearly evident in the marked growth of the company's digital footprint and the ongoing creation of new products and services to offer to advertisers.
Building on his leadership experience at CCI Media, David has stepped up as chairman of the Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America (WMMA) Technology Committee and is working to highlight new automation and artificial intelligence technologies for the North American wood industry to implement in their operations. He has also been recognized with a MediaGrowth Valued Performer Award in 2019 and as a member of the Wood Industry 40 under 40 class of 2022.
In this role, Brian leads Foundry's global data-driven marketing efforts as Foundry continues to define the intersection of media and martech. Brian brings his global marketing, agency and martech expertise, as well as a unique understanding of what Foundry's customers need for success, because he previously was one.
Prior to joining Foundry Brian was Chief Marketing Officer of several start-up companies, including BioSymetrics, a SaaS platform pharmaceutical research using AI as well as several marketing technology companies. At IBM, Brian was Executive Director of Performance Marketing where he built IBM's in-house programmatic capabilities. He started his career in the agency space, supporting a wide range of clients from American Express, SAP, Cisco, LG Electronics, HSBC, GSK, and CHANEL among others.
Brian is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and is based out of New York, NY.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Leader
- Chief Executive Officer at Access Intelligence
Heather Farley is Chief Executive Officer at Access Intelligence. She is a senior-level operating executive responsible for overseeing the operations and strategic direction across AI's portfolio. She works closely with her division leaders to identify, acquire and integrate synergistic businesses as well as create strong organic growth through new product launches. Additionally, as a member of Access Intelligence's Board of Directors, Heather plays an integral role in ensuring that the vision and mission of AI's core strategic initiatives are successfully executed across all operating units.
Heather is a recognized leader in the b2b community. In her tenure at AI, Heather has worked on more than a dozen acquisitions and countless product launches. Her expertise in both direct marketing and paid content have been instrumental in the company's dynamic transition from a traditional b2b media provider to an integrated global media platform company comprised primarily of face-to-face events and online members-based communities.
Prior to Access Intelligence, Heather was a senior vice president and group publisher with Phillips Publishing International, where she began her publishing career in 1988.
Job Titles:
- Vice President Audience and Marketing Solutions
Hillary Freely is Vice President Audience and Marketing Solutions for Bobit. Prior to Bobit she was Vice President, Digital for Putman Media where she lead the team to significantly increase digital revenue. Before that she was a marketing consultant where she developed strategies for many B2B media companies. Prior to that Hillary worked for IDG's (now Foundry) Network World as Director of Marketing and then Director of Online Audience Development. She has a degree in Finance from Babson College.
Hillary Freely is Vice President Audience and Marketing Solutions for Bobit. Prior to Bobit she was Vice President, Digital for Putman Media where she lead the team to significantly increase digital revenue. Before that she was a marketing consultant where she developed strategies for many B2B media companies. Prior to that Hillary worked for IDG's (now Foundry) Network World as Director of Marketing and then Director of Online Audience Development. She has a degree in Finance from Babson College.
Job Titles:
- CEO
- CEO and GM / Trade Press Media Group
Jill McDermott is CEO and GM of Trade Press Media Group, a U.S. subsidiary of Forum Media Group seated in Munich, Germany, with B2B and B2C publishing businesses in seventeen countries across the globe. Trade Press, now over 100 years old, provides the most respected and robust B2B information with a full suite of digital, live and virtual events as well as custom media and print products that serve professionals in the dynamic Facility Management, Rail, and Commercial Cleaning industries.
Jill has held a number of leadership positions for large media organizations and came to Trade Press from the Tribune Publishing Company. She began at Trade Press 2 ½ years ago and immediately transformed the company from a print-centric to a digital-first organization, tapping her passion for building both talent and brands. By blending strong strategic initiatives with effective execution and fostering a strong company culture, Trade Press ranked #2 on the globe in Forum Media Group performance in 2021.
Job Titles:
- Chief Financial Officer
- COO of Rodman Media Corp
Judi Carr is COO of Rodman Media Corp. , a NJ family owned business in existence since 1964. Rodman Media has 65 employees, 10 print and digital titles, and growing.
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- President
- President of Endeavor Business Media
- President of Endeavor Business Media, June Griffin Will Share Practical Case Studies and Best Practices of the Many Creative Marketing Methods They Use to Attract
President of Endeavor Business Media, June Griffin will share practical case studies and best practices of the many creative marketing methods they use to attract and retain attendees and sponsors. In addition, she will discuss innovative ways that they create compelling events, delivering highly valuable networking and lead generation opportunities for executives and sponsors. In her presentation, June will detail methods for delivering superior event experiences where attendees and sponsors can engage in meaningful conversations that foster long-term relationships. She cracks the code for creating marketing messages that entice the right people to attend and how to develop sponsorship and exhibit packages that companies find unique value in.
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- Director / President / Chief Executive Officer / Stamats Communications. Inc.
- Director / President / Chief Executive Officer of Stamats Communications, Inc
- Peter Stamats Is Director / President / Chief Executive Officer of Stamats Communications, Inc., Which Offers a Full Range of Marketing, Consulting, Research and Business
Peter Stamats is Director / President / Chief Executive Officer of Stamats Communications, Inc., which offers a full range of marketing, consulting, research and business media services with industry-leading titles including Meetings Today, Interiors+Sources, and Buildings.? Peter?s professional expertise emphasizes strategic planning, financial management, IT services and their tactical implementations in the marketing communications and business-to-business media industries. Founded in 1923, Stamats? multiple divisions collect data and cultivate insights to tell compelling stories and connect organizations with their audiences.
Job Titles:
- CEO
- CEO of AC Business Media
Ron Spink is CEO of AC Business Media where he is generating significant growth. Prior to AC Business Media, Ron served as the President of the Design Group of brands at Hanley Wood (now ZondaHome) leading the business management and strategic development of ARCHITECT (the official journal of the American Institute of Architects), Residential Architect and Architectural Lighting as a senior member of Hanley Woods executive team. Ron is a recognized national & international B2B media industry expert, having served in senior management & executive positions with Crain Communications, Workforce Management and BPA Worldwide over the past 25 years. He has been interviewed and published numerous times in Folio:, Advertising Age, Min's New Media and Min's Magazine, while teaching and mentoring at several new media & publishing association programs and seminar events.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Executive Officer at 24 / Seven
Roscoe Smith is Chief Executive Officer at 24/Seven and VerusMed. ? 24/Seven provides online magazines and trade show publications providing clinical news briefs to physicians, health care professionals, and industry executives.? VerusMed helps companies in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and managed care industries to establish brands and build rapport with key audiences.??Previous to his leadership at his current companies, Roscoe owned Agent Media and was President of Knowledge?Industry Publications and Publisher at McGraw Hill.
Ryan Delahanty is Group Publisher at Gardner Business Media, a B2B media company serving the durable goods manufacturing markets, where he has helped connect technology buyers and technology sellers for nearly two decades. In this role, Ryan leads the editorial, marketing and sales teams of the Advanced Materials and Processing Group and its media channels, which includes: CompositesWorld, Plastics Technology and MoldMaking Technology. One of the aspects of this work that he enjoys the most is visiting suppliers to learn about their manufacturing technology and helping them leverage their brands and value propositions with Gardner?s engaged buying audiences.
Ryan received his bachelor's degree from Illinois State University. He lives in suburban Chicago with his wife, two children and a dog.