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David Wilding

Vice President of Growth, Minute Media
United Kingdom,United Kingdom
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David Wilding's Overview

Total Experience19 years
CompanyMinute Media
CountryUnited Kingdom

David Wilding is a highly accomplished and recognized leader in the media and marketing industry, currently serving as the Chief Strategy Officer for EMEA at Essencemediacom. With a career spanning over two decades, he has a strong track record of developing innovative strategies that drive brand growth and engagement. Before his current role, David made significant contributions at Twitter as the Director of Planning for the UK, where he was instrumental in helping brands leverage the platform effectively. He is known for his deep understanding of consumer behavior, digital trends, and the evolving media landscape. David is a respected voice in the industry, often speaking at events and sharing insights on the future of marketing and communication. His expertise lies in bridging creativity with data-driven insights to deliver impactful business outcomes.

Professional Summary

David Wilding's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Minute Media - Vice President of Growth (2021 to Present)
Football Co. - Director of Growth (2020 to 2021)
DAZN - Head Of Search (2018 to 2020)
Perform Group - SEO Manager (2016 to 2018)
SALT.agency - Director & Co Founder (2014 to 2015)
Focus Online Management - Head of SEO (2013 to 2014)
Blueclaw Media Ltd - Head of SEO (2011 to 2012)
Epiphany Solutions Ltd - SEO Consultant (2007 to 2011)
Education Leeds - Web Developer (2003 to 2004)

Notable Achievements

Chief Strategy Officer EMEA at Essencemediacom

Leads and shapes the strategic direction for Essencemediacom across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, focusing on driving innovation, client growth, and thought leadership in the media landscape.

Former Director of Planning, Twitter UK

Spearheaded Twitter's UK planning team, developing strategies and insights to help major brands effectively utilize the platform for marketing and engagement, significantly contributing to Twitter's commercial success in the region.

Industry Thought Leader & Speaker

Frequently invited to speak at major industry conferences and events (e.g., Advertising Week Europe, MAD//Fest) sharing expertise on media strategy, digital transformation, and brand building in the modern era.

Advocate for Effective Brand Communication

Consistently champions the power of creative and strategic communication, contributing to numerous award-winning campaigns and fostering a culture of strategic excellence within his teams.

Educational Background

BSc Business Information Systems, Information systems design & analysis, Business Studies.

Leeds Beckett University - Year 2000

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Company Overview

Minute Media
Total employees876
HeadquartersTel Aviv
Founded2011

Minute Media is a leading global technology and digital content company. Its proprietary technology platform powers an ecosystem of influential digital publishing brands across sports and entertainment, reaching hundreds of millions of users monthly. They focus on creating authentic, socially-driven content and provide publishing tools to a wide network of partners.

Minute Media Funding Information
$177.7M - Total Funding Raised
not applicable - Most recent funding amount
11 - Number of funding rounds
26 Jan, 2022 - Latest funding round
Lead Investors:
Goldman Sachs Asset Management
Battery Ventures
Dawn Capital
Qumra Capital
Hamilton Lane
Vintage Investment Partners
Gemini Israel Ventures
ProSiebenSat.1 Media

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