Collective Audience has appointed Gerald Garcia as its new Chief Financial Officer effective November 1, 2024, replacing Christopher Andrews who has transitioned to the company's Advisor Collective board. Garcia brings over 20 years of executive experience in media and AdTech industries, having previously served as CFO at Channel Factory and held senior finance positions at Media IQ Digital North America.Garcia's extensive background includes leadership roles at major agencies like WPP, Publicis, and Havas, as well as experience with startups and acquisitions. His appointment comes at a strategic time as the company integrates recent acquisitions, including DSL Digital's Copycraft AI technology and BeOp, while preparing for organic and acquisitive growth in 2025.The company plans to appoint a new Chief Operating Officer in the future, either from within or through potential acquisitions. Garcia holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Fordham University and a B.S. from Queens College.

Collective Audience has appointed Gerald Garcia as its new Chief Financial Officer effective November 1, 2024, replacing Christopher Andrews who has transitioned to the company's Advisor Collective board. Garcia brings over 20 years of executive experience in media and AdTech industries, having previously served as CFO at Channel Factory and held senior finance positions at Media IQ Digital North America.Garcia's extensive background includes leadership roles at major agencies like WPP, Publicis, and Havas, as well as experience with startups and acquisitions. His appointment comes at a strategic time as the company integrates recent acquisitions, including DSL Digital's Copycraft AI technology and BeOp, while preparing for organic and acquisitive growth in 2025.The company plans to appoint a new Chief Operating Officer in the future, either from within or through potential acquisitions. Garcia holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Fordham University and a B.S. from Queens College.