Ziff Davis, Inc., a digital media and internet company, has appointed John Ingram as Senior Vice President, Corporate Finance and Development. In this role, Ingram will lead global M&A initiatives and partner with the leadership team to shape the company’s strategic financial roadmap. He will report directly to Bret Richter, Chief Financial Officer of Ziff Davis.

Highlights of the Appointment

1. Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee global mergers and acquisitions strategy.

• Collaborate on strategic planning and capital allocation.

• Manage capital markets transactions.

• Enhance stakeholder engagement and investor relations.

2. Extensive Financial Expertise

• Brings 18+ years of experience in M&A and corporate finance.

• Strong background in media and technology sectors.

• Skilled in identifying value-creating opportunities across complex market environments.

3. Prior Experience and Leadership Roles

• Co-founder of Aliri Capital, an investment firm focused on B2B services and tech-enabled companies.

• Morgan Stanley: Nearly a decade in Investment Banking, focusing on Media & Communications and Financial Sponsors.

• Held positions at Ernst & Young, Dixon Hughes (now FORVIS), and Royal Bank of Scotland.

4. Executive Endorsement

• CFO Bret Richter commended Ingram as a strategic asset to Ziff Davis:

“John is a highly accomplished finance executive whose extensive M&A and corporate finance experience complement Ziff Davis’ long-term goals, particularly its pursuit of shareholder value-enhancing transactions.”

5. Educational Background

• M.B.A. from University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.

• B.S. in Business Administration and M.A. in Accounting from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

John Ingram’s appointment marks a significant strategic addition to Ziff Davis' leadership team, reinforcing its commitment to strategic growth through high-impact financial leadership. With a rich background in media, tech, and corporate finance, Ingram is well-positioned to drive the company’s global expansion and shareholder value initiatives.