Cardlytics, Inc., a leading digital advertising platform, has announced the appointment of Amit Gupta as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 16, 2024. Gupta, who currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of Bridg, will also join the Cardlytics Board of Directors on the same date. He succeeds Karim Temsamani, who is stepping down to pursue another professional opportunity.

• Amit Gupta's Appointment:

  • Appointed as CEO of Cardlytics, effective August 16, 2024.
  • Will also join the Cardlytics Board of Directors.
  • Succeeds Karim Temsamani, who is stepping down.

• Leadership Endorsement:

  • Jack Klinck, Chair of the Cardlytics Board, expresses confidence in Gupta's leadership.
  • Gupta has been instrumental in Cardlytics' transformation and growth strategy.
  • His deep experience in product, technology, and industry relationships makes him the natural choice for CEO.

• Amit Gupta’s Vision:

  • Gupta is excited to lead Cardlytics at a critical inflection point.
  • Plans to build on the strong engineering and data-driven foundation laid during his tenure as COO.
  • Focuses on modernizing and evolving the tech platform and executing the revenue diversification strategy with Bridg.
  • Confident in delivering significant value to stakeholders.

• Karim Temsamani's Contributions:

  • Reflects on his tenure and the team’s accomplishments over the last two years.
  • Proud of the financial and legal challenges overcome, and investments made in new business opportunities.
  • Expresses confidence in Gupta to continue the company’s progress.

• Amit Gupta’s Background:

  • Joined Cardlytics in January 2023 as COO and General Manager of Bridg.
  • Led the launch of a new retail media product.
  • Previous roles include Head of Strategy and Operations for Global Partnerships at Stripe, and Director of Strategy, New Products, and Operations for Google’s Geo division.
  • Founder and CEO of several startups; began his career in Booz Allen Hamilton’s tech practice.
  • Educational background includes a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from The Ohio State University and an M.B.A. from NYU Stern School of Business.

Amit Gupta’s appointment as CEO marks a new chapter for Cardlytics as the company continues its journey of growth and innovation. With a strong foundation in engineering, data-driven strategies, and a clear vision for the future, Gupta is well-positioned to lead Cardlytics in delivering value to its stakeholders and maintaining its leadership in the digital advertising space.