Zeta Appoints Williams-Sonoma Executive, Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt, to Board of Directors

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Zeta Global (NYSE:ZETA) announced the appointment of Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt to its Board of Directors as a Class II director, enhancing governance as the company enters its second year on the NYSE. Silberblatt, an experienced marketing leader from Williams-Sonoma, brings expertise in AI-enabled business models and large-scale eCommerce. Zeta aims to leverage her insights to drive its long-term growth strategy, particularly towards its ambition of becoming the largest marketing cloud by 2025. Silberblatt's diverse background in digital marketing positions her as a key asset in Zeta's innovative journey.

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• Appointment of Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt strengthens the Board of Directors.
• Silberblatt's extensive experience in digital marketing and eCommerce supports Zeta's long-term growth strategy.
• Enhancement of corporate governance as Zeta enters its second year on the NYSE.

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• Potential gaps in continuity or experience due to new board member onboarding.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Zeta Global (NYSE:ZETA), a cloud-based marketing technology company that empowers enterprises to acquire, grow, and retain customers more efficiently, today announced that it has appointed Williams-Sonoma executive, Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt, to the Zeta Board of Directors as a Class II director. The addition of Silberblatt expands Zeta’s board and enhances the Company’s governance as it enters its second year listed on the NYSE. Ms. Silberblatt will support Zeta’s long-term growth plan as the Company continues its commitment to help enterprises thrive in a rapidly changing digital ecosystem.

Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt joins Zeta's Board of Directors. (Photo: ©JenniferGrahamPhotography)

Silberblatt is a highly accomplished marketing leader. She has held a broad spectrum of senior positions at top consumer brands in retail and technology verticals, demonstrating expertise in AI-enabled business models, large-scale eCommerce businesses, and omnichannel retail. Currently serving as Vice President, eCommerce & Digital Marketing of Pottery Barn Teen at Williams-Sonoma Inc., Silberblatt leads all eCommerce and digital marketing initiatives. Prior to this, she was the Vice President, Merchandising & Brand Partnerships at Stockwell AI Inc., and has also held leadership positions at Reformation and Sears Holdings Corporation. Silberblatt started her career as a hedge fund investment analyst at UBS Global Asset Management.

“On behalf of Zeta, I am thrilled to welcome Jeanine to our Board of Directors,” said David A. Steinberg, Zeta’s Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO. “Jeanine’s deep experience and expertise in digital marketing for enterprise brands will be invaluable to us as we continue to innovate, strengthen our platform to help our customers grow, and build toward our Zeta 2025 plan. I look forward to partnering with her as we aim to create exceptional value for all of Zeta’s stakeholders.”

“Zeta is a very respected company with incredible growth opportunities ahead, and I am excited to partner with David and the leadership team on their bold vision to become the largest marketing cloud in the industry by 2025,” said Silberblatt. “As data and AI become critical components to all marketing strategies industry-wide, Zeta has tremendous potential to become a defining company of this digital marketing era.”

Silberblatt is also a Founding Member of Chief, a private network designed for senior women leaders to strengthen their leadership journey and serves on the board of Fashion Incubator San Francisco (FiSF), a non-profit incubator committed to turning fashion apparel designers into successful San Francisco entrepreneurs and employers. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Delaware State University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

About Zeta

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (NYSE:ZETA) is a leading data-driven, cloud-based marketing technology company that empowers enterprises to acquire, grow and retain customers more efficiently. The Company’s Zeta Marketing Platform (the “ZMP”) is the largest omnichannel marketing platform with identity data at its core. The ZMP analyzes billions of structured and unstructured data points to predict consumer intent by leveraging sophisticated artificial intelligence to personalize experiences at scale. Founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley, the Company is headquartered in New York City. For more information, please go to www.zetaglobal.com.

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Source: Zeta Global Holdings Corp.

FAQ

Who is Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt in relation to Zeta Global?

Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt has been appointed as a Class II director on Zeta Global's Board of Directors.

What qualifications does Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt bring to Zeta Global?

Silberblatt has extensive experience in digital marketing and eCommerce, holding senior positions at Williams-Sonoma and other prominent brands.

What is Zeta Global's goal with the new board appointment?

Zeta aims to leverage Silberblatt's expertise to enhance its digital marketing strategies and pursue its goal of becoming the largest marketing cloud by 2025.

When was Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt appointed to the Zeta Global Board?

Jeanine Barnett Silberblatt's appointment to Zeta Global's Board of Directors was announced as part of the company's press release on June 15, 2022.