LocaliQ Announces George Schoenstein as Chief Marketing Officer

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LocaliQ, the Digital Marketing Solutions (DMS) division of Gannett Co. (NYSE: GCI), has appointed George Schoenstein as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. Schoenstein, who will report to LocaliQ General Manager Bill Scanlon, brings over 20 years of experience in driving business growth and transforming go-to-market strategies.

Previously serving as CMO at EverCo, a SaaS startup focused on AI solutions, Schoenstein has held senior marketing leadership positions at Fusion Connect, CompuCom, DXC Technology, and KPMG. He holds an MBA from Drexel University and is based in Philadelphia.

LocaliQ operates as an end-to-end, AI-powered marketing platform serving local businesses across the country. The platform features proprietary AI technology that includes lead management, digital agents, marketing automation, and omnichannel campaign management tools.

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• Appointment of experienced CMO with strong AI and SaaS background
• Strategic enhancement of LocaliQ's AI-powered marketing platform capabilities

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Schoenstein brings over 20 years of experience to the pioneering DMS platform

NEW YORK, NY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- LocaliQ, Gannett Co., Inc.’s (NYSE: GCI) Digital Marketing Solutions (DMS) business, welcomes George Schoenstein as he joins the DMS Leadership Team as Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer today. Schoenstein will spearhead the platform’s marketing initiatives and accelerate the company’s growth trajectory. He will report directly to LocaliQ General Manager Bill Scanlon.

“I am eager to bring my vision for enhancing LocaliQ’s brand presence in the digital marketing industry to life in this new role,” said George Schoenstein. “I look forward to leading the talented and high-performing marketing team at LocaliQ in advancing AI-powered tools for all businesses.”

Schoenstein brings decades of experience driving business growth, transforming go-to-market strategies and leading brands to success. He most recently served as Chief Marketing Officer at EverCo, a SaaS startup focused on AI solutions that enhance customer engagement, efficiency, and retention. He was also Chief Marketing Officer at Fusion Connect and has held senior marketing leadership positions at CompuCom, DXC Technology, and KPMG. Recognized for AI-enabling B2B SaaS and technology marketing, elevating customer experience, and driving impactful business outcomes, Schoenstein is known for fostering collaborative environments that drive harmony, innovation, and efficiency.

“This role requires a spirited leader with a proven track record of fostering growth and ensuring valuable brand presence in the digital marketing industry, and George fits the bill,” said LocaliQ’s General Manager, Bill Scanlon. “I am confident that DMS Marketing will make an even larger impact in innovation this year, which will set us up for success in enhancing the customer experience. We are excited for this next chapter for LocaliQ, under George’s leadership and alongside the latest developments from our proprietary AI marketing platform Dash.”

Schoenstein holds a Master’s of Business Administration from Drexel University and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

ABOUT GANNETT

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.

ABOUT LOCALIQ

LocaliQ is an end-to-end, AI-powered marketing platform used by local businesses across the country to attract, convert and retain customers. A subsidiary of Gannett Co., Inc (NYSE: GCI), LocaliQ has the local trust to evolve the way business owners reach the audiences that matter most. LocaliQ's proprietary AI technology leverages data and insights to optimize cross-channel marketing and deliver relevant messages to consumers with a robust suite that incorporates AI lead management and digital agents, marketing automation, omnichannel campaign management, advanced reporting and insight tools. In this digital world, we're on a mission to keep businesses thriving to empower the communities we serve. For more information, visit www.localiq.com.

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Lark-Marie Antón

Chief Communications Officer

(646) 906-4087

lark@gannett.com

Heather Gidaly

Senior Director, Communications

(845) 304-3282

hgidaly@gannett.com

Source: Gannett Co., Inc.

FAQ

What experience does George Schoenstein bring to LocaliQ as the new CMO?

George Schoenstein brings over 20 years of experience in business growth and go-to-market strategies, previously serving as CMO at EverCo and holding senior marketing positions at Fusion Connect, CompuCom, DXC Technology, and KPMG.

What is LocaliQ's role within Gannett (GCI)?

LocaliQ is Gannett's Digital Marketing Solutions (DMS) business, operating as an AI-powered marketing platform that helps local businesses attract, convert, and retain customers.

What key technologies does LocaliQ's marketing platform offer?

LocaliQ's platform features AI-powered tools including lead management, digital agents, marketing automation, omnichannel campaign management, and advanced reporting tools.

Who will George Schoenstein report to at LocaliQ (GCI)?

George Schoenstein will report directly to LocaliQ General Manager Bill Scanlon.