Ziff Davis, Inc. - ZD STOCK NEWS

Ziff Davis will announce its First Quarter 2022 Earnings on May 10, 2022, at 6:00 PM ET. A live audio Webcast of the earnings call will be hosted on May 11, 2022, at 8:30 AM ET by CEO Vivek Shah and CFO Bret Richter. Materials from the call will be accessible on ziffdavis.com and via their filed 8-K with the SEC. Participants can submit questions via email. The company focuses on digital media across sectors including technology and health.

VIPRE Security Group, a global leader in cybersecurity, has appointed Lee Schor as Chief Revenue Officer. Schor, with over 15 years in cybersecurity, will direct global sales, marketing, and operations for VIPRE and Inspired eLearning solutions. This strategic move aims to enhance growth in 2022 and strengthen service to small- to medium-sized businesses and consumers. Schor’s previous experience includes leadership roles at notable firms like StorageCraft and Sophos. The company, part of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), provides comprehensive internet security solutions.

Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) has completed three acquisitions in Q1 2022, aimed at expanding its global customer base and product offerings. The acquisitions include Lifecycle Marketing and Map Genie, both focusing on health and entertainment sectors in the UK, and BPHope, which targets health in the USA. The terms of the acquisitions are undisclosed, and Ziff Davis does not expect a material financial impact from these deals.

Starry, a developer of licensed fixed wireless technology, has partnered with Ziff Davis and Human-I-T to enhance access to affordable computing for its Starry Connect customers. This initiative aims to provide credits for purchasing refurbished devices, benefiting communities in public and affordable housing across cities like Boston, New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Denver, and Columbus. Starry Connect offers broadband starting at $15 per month with no data caps or long-term contracts to bridge the digital divide.

Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) announced its participation in two investor conferences in March 2022. The first event is the Susquehanna 11th Annual Technology Conference, taking place virtually on March 4, 2022, without a formal presentation. The second is the JMP Technology Conference at The Ritz-Carlton in San Francisco, CA, scheduled for March 8, 2022, at 12:30 pm (PT), which will feature a webcast available at this link.

Ziff Davis reported its Q4 and full year 2021 financial results, showcasing strong growth. Q4 revenue increased by 6.4% to $408.6 million, while full-year revenue rose 22.3% to a record $1.42 billion. GAAP net income per diluted share for Q4 surged to $7.62 from $0.91 in Q4 2020, largely due to a $290 million unrealized gain on investment in Consensus. Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $161.6 million, marking a 2.9% increase year-over-year. Guidance for FY 2022 estimates revenue between $1.497 billion and $1.535 billion.

Everyday Health Group Pregnancy & Parenting has acquired Lifecycle Marketing Ltd., enhancing their portfolio with the UK pregnancy resource Emma’s Diary. Founded in 1991, Emma’s Diary reaches over 90% of UK expectant parents, providing essential information and support. This acquisition positions EHG P&P to improve their global presence and strengthen market leadership. The deal also integrates additional brands like Families and Health Professional Academy into their offerings. EHG P&P aims to leverage this acquisition to enhance support for families worldwide.

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.