Michael Romoff Joins IDG Syndication and Networks from NBC
Universal
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(Business Wire)--
An experienced ad network and licensing executive and member of
the hulu.com launch team at NBC Universal, Mike Romoff, has joined as
vice president of Syndication for IDG Communications which is based in
Framingham, MA. In this new position at IDG Communications, Romoff is
responsible for developing and implementing online content syndication
partnerships to distribute technology news and information to digital
media companies. IDG media include CIO, Computerworld,
InfoWorld/TecWorld/TecChannel, Network World, Macworld, and PC World
along with the IDG News Service.
Peter Longo, CEO, IDG Syndication and Networks said: "Mike has a
strong understanding of content partnerships that will be a major
benefit as we grow our syndication business." Romoff, who returns to
IDG following a stint at The Industry Standard magazine from
1999-2001, said "I look forward to helping our media brands to
distribute their award-winning editorial and at the same time draw new
visitors to their Web sites."
Romoff held executive positions in sales and ad operations at NBC
Universal for two years. He was a key member of the team that
organized hulu.com, an entertainment site featuring NBC and Fox
programs. Prior to NBC, Romoff served as a director at 360i, an
interactive agency, and in a business development role at
businessweek.com.
He earned an MBA in media/management from Columbia Business School
and a BA in economics from Amherst College.
About International Data Group
International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology
media, events, and research company. IDG's online network includes
more than 450 web sites spanning business technology, consumer
technology, digital entertainment and video games worldwide. IDG also
publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers in 85 countries.
IDG's media brands include CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro,
InfoWorld/TecWorld/TecChannel, Macworld, Network World, and PC World.
IDG's lead-generation service, IDG Connect, matches technology
companies with an audience of engaged, high-quality IT professionals,
influencers, and decision makers.
IDG is a leading producer of more than 750 technology-related
events including Macworld Conference & Expo, LinuxWorld Conference &
Expo, Entertainment for All Expo (E for All), DEMO, Storage Networking
World, and IDC Directions. IDC, a subsidiary of IDG, is the premier
global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events.
Over 1,000 IDC analysts in more than 110 countries provide global,
regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities
and trends.
Additional information about IDG, a privately held company, is
available at http://www.idg.com.
All product and company names are trademarks of their respective
companies.
International Data Group
Howard Sholkin, 508-988-7696
howard_sholkin@idg.com
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