Sprout Social Announces Appointment of Raina Moskowitz to Board of Directors

Rhea-AI Summary

Sprout Social (Nasdaq: SPT) has appointed Raina Moskowitz, Etsy's Chief Operations, Strategy and People Officer, to its board of directors as of December 10, 2020. Justyn Howard, CEO, expressed confidence in Moskowitz's extensive experience in strategic roles at prominent companies, which aligns with Sprout's growth objectives. Moskowitz's background includes significant leadership positions at American Express and a strong academic foundation from the Wharton School. Her addition is expected to enhance Sprout's expertise in social media management, reflecting the company's commitment to exceptional service and brand engagement.

Positive

• Raina Moskowitz brings extensive leadership experience from Etsy and American Express.
• Her appointment is expected to strengthen Sprout's strategic direction and board effectiveness.
• Moskowitz’s expertise in customer service aligns with Sprout's goals of enhancing brand engagement.

Negative

• None.

CHICAGO, Dec. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sprout Social, Inc. (“Sprout Social” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPT), an industry-leading provider of cloud-based social media management software, today announced that Raina Moskowitz, Chief Operations, Strategy and People Officer at Etsy, Inc., will be joining their board of directors, effective December 10, 2020.

“As Sprout expands our footprint within the industry, we’re excited to have Raina join our board,” said Justyn Howard, CEO of Sprout Social. “She brings deep experience across several disciplines, has a proven track record with world-class companies and is a perfect complement to our board of directors and leadership team.”

Raina oversees a number of functions to develop and enable Etsy’s strategy by delivering exceptional service and experiences for both employees and customers. Prior to joining Etsy in early 2018, Raina led U.S. customer marketing at American Express, and held multiple leadership roles in product, strategy and marketing. She is a graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

“Social is integral to every brand’s success, and Sprout’s deep understanding of customer needs allows them to unlock value for organizations of all sizes,'' said Moskowitz. “I’m inspired by Justyn and his leadership team’s passion for building both a differentiated product and culture. I am excited to join the board as Sprout continues to create meaningful connections between people and brands.”

About Sprout Social
Sprout Social offers deep social media listening and analytics, social management, customer care, and advocacy solutions to more than 25,000 brands and agencies worldwide. Sprout’s suite of solutions supports every aspect of a cohesive social program and enables organizations of all sizes to extend their reach, amplify their brand and create the kind of real connection with their consumers that drives their businesses forward. Headquartered in Chicago, Sprout operates across major social and digital platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Google.

Availability of Information on Sprout Social’s Website and Social Media Profiles
Investors and others should note that Sprout Social routinely announces material information to investors and the marketplace using U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, press releases, public conference calls, webcasts and the Sprout Social Investors website. We also intend to use the social media profiles listed below as a means of disclosing information about us to our customers, investors and the public. While not all of the information that the Company posts to the Sprout Social Investors website or to social media profiles is of a material nature, some information could be deemed to be material. Accordingly, the Company encourages investors, the media, and others interested in Sprout Social to review the information that it shares at the Investors link located at the bottom of the page on www.sproutsocial.com and to regularly follow our social media profiles. Users may automatically receive email alerts and other information about Sprout Social when enrolling an email address by visiting "Email Alerts" in the "Shareholder Services" section of Sprout Social's Investor website at https://investors.sproutsocial.com/.

Social Media Profiles
www.twitter.com/SproutSocial
www.facebook.com/SproutSocialInc
www.linkedin.com/company/sprout-social-inc-/
www.instagram.com/sproutsocial

FAQ

Who has joined the board of Sprout Social on December 10, 2020?

Raina Moskowitz, Chief Operations, Strategy and People Officer at Etsy, has joined the board of Sprout Social.

What experience does Raina Moskowitz bring to Sprout Social?

Moskowitz has leadership experience from Etsy and American Express, focusing on strategy and customer service.

How might Raina Moskowitz's appointment impact Sprout Social?

Her appointment could enhance Sprout's strategic direction and improve its board effectiveness.