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Ziff Davis, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZD) is a premier global digital media company, primarily engaged in delivering high-quality content and services across a wide array of sectors including technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Ziff Davis is known for its expansive portfolio of reputable brands such as PCMag.com, IGN.com, ExtremeTech.com, Geek.com, Toolbox.com, ComputerShopper.com, and eMedia. The company successfully reaches both consumer and business-to-business audiences, offering trusted evaluations of the latest and most sought-after products.
The company operates through two main segments: Digital Media and Cybersecurity and Martech. Its Digital Media division is responsible for generating the majority of its revenue and encompasses brands like Mashable, Ookla, and Offers.com. These platforms provide diverse content ranging from technology reviews and industry news to shopping deals and consumer advice. The Cybersecurity and Martech segment focuses on delivering security solutions and marketing technologies to businesses.
Ziff Davis also operates NetShelter, an advanced ad-targeting platform dedicated to tech buyers and TechBargains.com and LogicBuy.com, which offer significant discounts on tech products. The company’s B2B focus extends to providing online research to enterprise buyers and high-quality leads to IT vendors through its Ziff Davis B2B subsidiary.
Recent notable initiatives include the Spring Savecation event by RetailMeNot, a Ziff Davis subsidiary. This event offers substantial savings on travel-related purchases, reinforcing Ziff Davis’s commitment to connecting consumers with valuable deals. Partnerships with companies like Viator further enhance this effort by offering comprehensive travel experiences and significant cost savings.
Ziff Davis is a division of j2 Global, Inc. and continues to innovate and expand its digital media offerings, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the industry. Its strategic vision and robust operational framework make it a significant player in the global digital media landscape.
Ziff Media Group has announced leadership changes, appointing Wendy Sheehan Donnell as editor-in-chief of PCMag and hiring Alesha Williams Boyd as editor-in-chief of Mashable. Donnell, with 23 years in editorial leadership, aims to enhance PCMag's growth and reader trust, marking her as the first female EIC. Boyd, starting January 31, 2022, focuses on engaging storytelling for Mashable, becoming the first woman of color in this role. Both will report to Ronak Patel, SVP of Publishing.
Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) will announce its Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2021 earnings on February 14, 2022, at 6:00 PM ET. A live audio Webcast of the earnings call will take place on February 15, 2022, at 8:30 AM ET, hosted by CEO Vivek Shah and CFO Bret Richter. Interested parties can access the materials on ziffdavis.com. The earnings announcement will also be filed with the SEC as an exhibit to an 8-K report.
Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) has successfully completed two acquisitions in Q4 2021, enhancing its global customer base and market access. The acquisitions include RootMetrics, an equity purchase, and Wireless LAN Professionals, an asset acquisition, both focused on connectivity in the USA. While specific financial terms were not disclosed, Ziff Davis indicated that the financial impact from these acquisitions is not expected to be material. These strategic moves aim to expand the company's product offerings and strengthen its position in the technology sector.
RetailMeNot, a Ziff Davis business, has launched its inaugural Holiday Hangover shopping event, running from January 5 to January 10, 2022. This initiative aims to assist shoppers seeking to fulfill their post-holiday wish lists through exclusive discounts from brands like UGG and Adidas. Recent findings indicate that 34% of consumers plan to shop for themselves, while 48% aim for better deals on unreceived gifts. The shopping event will also address supply chain shortages and encourage New Year shopping for health and fitness items, with 85% of consumers setting resolutions affecting their purchasing behavior.
Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) has announced participation in two investor conferences scheduled for January 12, 2022. The first is the 24th Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference, which will be held virtually without a formal presentation. The second event is the 22nd Annual CJS Securities Virtual Conference, starting at 2:20 PM ET, which will include a webcast available at this link. Ziff Davis is known for its digital media and internet offerings across various sectors.
Ookla® has acquired RootMetrics®, merging their industry-leading network intelligence and analytics capabilities. This strategic acquisition combines Speedtest®'s crowdsourced data with RootMetrics’ controlled testing data, enhancing services for mobile operators and consumers. Ookla aims to provide comprehensive network performance insights, leveraging both companies’ expertise. RootMetrics will continue to serve its customers as part of Ookla. This partnership expands Ookla's offerings, including enhanced drive testing and live event monitoring solutions.
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) appointed Bret Richter as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective January 3, 2022. Richter, formerly with MSG Networks, brings extensive financial expertise from Cablevision Systems Corporation and other leadership roles. His appointment aims to strengthen Ziff Davis' finance and accounting leadership as the company focuses on long-term growth strategies. CEO Vivek Shah emphasized Richter's experience aligns with the company's objectives.
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