Video technology and monetization platform JWP Connatix (JWPC) has a new CEO, and he will lead the company that just completed a merger combining JW Player with Connatix.
He succeeds Dave Otten, JWP Connatix’s outgoing CEO.
John Nardone will focus on “continuing to drive the advancement and innovation of the company’s video technology platform while integrating the powerful monetization solutions content owners need to succeed,” JWPC says. “This combined focus will further extend the company’s leadership as the video platform of choice for content owners in the digital video ecosystem.”
Nardone commented that he is “thrilled and honored by the opportunity to lead JWP Connatix through its next phase of transformational growth.” He continued, “Thanks to an outstanding global team of video and advertising technology experts, JWP Connatix is already in a strong leadership position for the most consumed format on the internet – video. The demand for trusted, high quality and ROI-driven video solutions will only continue to grow. Publishers, broadcasters and CTV platforms are all competing for consumer attention and advertising dollars. We are in a unique position to support them across infrastructure, monetization and new AI-driven applications on the horizon. I’m eager to harness the full potential of JWP Connatix in this new era of video.”
Nardone previously served as President of MediaOcean, focused on its converged video, streaming, and linear television platform. Previously, Nardone led ventures at Flashtalking, [X+1] and Modem Media.
David Kashak, Chairman of the Board, commented,. “John’s extensive industry experience and proven leadership make him the perfect fit as our new CEO. We also extend our sincere gratitude to Dave Otten for his leadership in founding JW Player over 15 years ago, managing the recent merger of JW Player with Connatix and ensuring a seamless CEO transition process.”
