Neil Vogel
Founder of Webby Media Group
New York, New York
Overview
Work Experience
CEO
2013 - Current
Neil is the CEO of Dotdash Meredith, the largest digital and print publisher in America. DDM’s 40+ iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, Investopedia, and Southern Living. Prior to its acquisition of Meredith in December 2021, Neil was the CEO of Dotdash, where he led the company’s transformation from a general information website (then About.com) to a vibrant collection of branded properties and one of the largest and fastest-growing online publishers. Dotdash Meredith is an operating business of IAC (NASDAQ: IAC).
Dotdash Meredith is the largest digital and print publisher in America.
Board of Directors
2020
The Philadelphia Inquirer is the largest newspaper in America operated as a Public Benefit Corporation. The Inquirer is working to develop viable models for sustainable local news enterprises across the country.
The Philadelphia Inquirer is a morning daily newspaper that covers local news, sports, homes, cars, jobs, and others.
Raised $3,365,000.00 from Meta Journalism Project, American Press Institute and Knight-Lenfest Local News Transformation Fund.
Board of Directors, Founder
2004
Recognition Media develops and produces award shows and media properties for digital, creative, and advertising communities. Properties include the Webby Awards, Lovie Awards, Telly Awards, Communicator Awards, Davey Awards, W3 Awards, Anthem Awards, and Magellan Awards. Recognition Media is now a portfolio company of Salem Capital.
Venture Partner
2011
FirstMark Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that partners with exceptional entrepreneurs making their mark on the world.
Board of Directors
2011 - 2013
AMP is a full-service digital and integrated advertising agency. Amp was acquired by Advantage Sales and Marketing (www.asmnet.com) in August 2013.
Chief Corporate Development Officer
1998 - 2003
Alloy was a commerce, content, and marketing services company reaching the teen and college market. Part of team that grew Alloy from a start-up to over $300 million in revenue and $50 million in cash flow. Responsible for executing 21 acquisitions and financings raising over $275 million, including an IPO and a strategic investment by Liberty Media.
Alloy Media + Marketing is an entertainment and media company that combines original content creation, feature production.
Vice President, Investment Banking
1993 - 1998
Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. is a full service financial company committed to meeting the diverse and changing needs
Raised $73,500,000.00.
Education
BS
1988 - 1992