1. J.T. Farley appointed as Director of Investor Relations at ZD. 2. Farley has over 15 years in investor relations and strategic communications. 3. His role includes enhancing communication of ZD's strategy and growth. 4. Farley previously served at Cowen and as a U.S. diplomat. 5. He holds advanced degrees from NYU, Georgetown, and the University of Hong Kong.
Farley's experience in investor relations may improve investor confidence, similar to historical cases where leadership changes led to stock gains.
A strong leader in investor relations can positively influence stock performance by improving communication and transparency.
Initial effects will likely be seen as investors react positively to new leadership.
Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZD), has appointed J.T. Farley Director of Investor Relations. In this role, Mr. Farley will lead engagement with the investment community and communicate the company's strategy, growth story, and financial performance. He will report to Bret Richter, Chief Financial Officer of Ziff Davis.
Mr. Farley brings to Ziff Davis more than 15 years of experience in investor relations and strategic communications, primarily supporting public companies. He was Managing Director, Investor Relations at Cowen, where he led global investor relations. Mr. Farley also led investor relations and corporate communications for ITG and held sales and marketing roles at Bank of America and E*TRADE. He began his career in financial media at CNBC Asia. Prior to joining Ziff Davis, Mr. Farley also served as a diplomat with the U.S. Department of State.
"J.T.'s background in shaping engaging, public-facing narratives will help us effectively communicate Ziff Davis' value proposition and business model to the investment community with clarity and authenticity," said Bret Richter, Chief Financial Officer of Ziff Davis.
Mr. Farley holds an M.B.A. from NYU Stern School of Business, a B.S. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, and an M.A. in Asian Politics from the University of Hong Kong.
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ:ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, health and wellness, connectivity, cybersecurity, and martech. For more information, visit www.ziffdavis.com.
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