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Jim Bankoff
Co-founder & CEO, Vox Media
Jim Bankoff is the Co-founder, Chair, and CEO of Vox Media, a leader in modern media and home to brands such as Eater, Vox, The Verge, SB Nation, The Dodo, New York Magazine, The Cut, and Vulture. He oversees a diversified business spanning advertising, subscriptions, e-commerce, live events, and generative AI licensing. The Vox Media Podcast Network is one of the largest in the U.S., featuring shows like Pivot, Criminal, Today Explained, Stay Tuned with Preet, The Vergecast, and more.
Since co-founding Vox Media in 2011, Bankoff has grown the company through acquisitions and organic expansion, building it into a multi-platform powerhouse. He previously held executive roles at AOL, where he developed and led many of the early internet’s most notable brands. His work has helped define how high-quality journalism, culture coverage, and storytelling adapt to the digital age.
At BRIDGE Summit, Jim will share lessons on building enduring media brands, navigating platform shifts, and creating sustainable business models in a rapidly changing landscape.
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Jim Bankoffat BRIDGE
- Technology Panel 8 December 11:15 - 11:45AM
A Blueprint for Building Iconic Media Brands
As legacy publishers and digital platforms expand across borders, the question is no longer just how to grow, but how to belong. For global media brands, this means pairing editorial excellence with strategic innovation, turning reputation and reach into lasting relevance. From licensing and partnerships to data-driven audience insights and regional storytelling, companies are rewriting their global playbooks to balance commercial ambition with cultural authenticity. AI now sits at the center of this transformation, powering translation, personalization, and creative experimentation while reshaping how media companies connect with audiences and partners alike. This session explores how trusted brands are blending technology, storytelling, and business strategy to scale influence across markets.
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