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⚙️ Streaming TV is still growing fast, but making it work efficiently is what matters.     That’s why A+E Global Media partnered with FreeWheel and Index to bring ad podding into its programmatic strategy.     Instead of evaluating each slot individually, buyers can see the full ad break, making it easier to bid on premium inventory while simplifying workflows.     It’s a more streamlined approach that’s better aligned with how streaming TV actually works.     Take a look at how ad podding is helping move programmatic forward.     #StreamingTV #AdTech #Programmatic 

From real-time regulatory insights to shifting expectations around AI and data use, conversations at the IAPP Global Summit reinforce the importance of grounding innovation in responsibility and purpose. We’re proud to have our Indexers on the ground sharing perspectives and connecting with the broader privacy community. Staying close to these conversations helps all of us not just keep pace with change, but play a role in shaping what comes next. #IAPPSummit26 #Privacy #AdTech

Programmatic is evolving. More brands are moving closer to the source of supply to gain the transparency and insight needed to make smarter media decisions. At Index, that shift is grounded in a long-standing focus on upholding exceptional standards across the ecosystem.     Better outcomes follow when supply is:  🪞 Transparent  🚨 Accountable  💎 High quality     🔗 Learn more in the blog post linked in the comments.     #Programmatic #AdTech #Transparency 

Allyship 🤝 Mentorship 🤝 Growth     Our latest Industry Perspectives in partnership with She Runs It featured a fireside chat with our very own Sondra Kinney and NBCU Advertising & Partnerships’s Stephane Krzywoglowy to discuss mentorship, leadership, and allyship in celebration of International Women’s Month.     Here are a few takeaways from the discussion:     👂 Mentorship is a two-way street  Mentorship is as much about learning as it is giving, with mentors gaining new perspectives along the way.     🧠 Diverse perspectives accelerate growth  The most impactful mentorship happens outside your lane. Different experiences unlock new ways of thinking.     🛡️ Safety and trust power strong teams  High-performing teams are built where people feel safe to speak up, grow, and even fail.     🧗 Early career advice: explore boldly  Don’t rush to “figure it out.” Try, pivot, and embrace the non-linear path even when it feels uncertain.     Small actions in mentorship and allyship can drive meaningful, lasting impact.      Thanks to everyone who participated and joined!     #AdTech #Leadership #Mentorship #Allyship #WomenInTech #StreamingTV #CareerGrowth

We had the privilege of hosting an unforgettable evening in honor of International Women’s Day with Scale Without Borders, bringing together leaders and allies to celebrate immigrant women shaping the future of tech and innovation.     Our VP, global operations, Kristina Gubanov, joined Saima Malik (TD) and Rachel Zimmer (Simple Ventures) for an insightful conversation on leading in AI as immigrant women.     A few takeaways that stood out:     ⚡ Career growth today is driven by storytelling, differentiation, and using AI as a practical, everyday tool  🧭 Navigating limited networks and bias makes working strategically and building long-term visibility essential  💚 What may feel like insecurities can become powerful differentiators when embraced  💪 Confidence is built through action: taking small risks, developing competence, and managing burnout along the way     The event also featured a special message from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, reinforcing the importance of creating space and opportunity for diverse voices in our industry.     Thank you to everyone who joined us! Events like this move our industry forward. ✨     #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInTech #ImmigrantWomen #AI #Leadership 

🔍 As AI reshapes search with instant answers, long-standing web traffic patterns are shifting.    To understand the impact, we analyzed 1,200 publishers on our platform. Here’s what stood out:    👀 Easily answerable content (like health and careers) saw the steepest declines 📰 News and politics experienced lower AI exposure and smaller drops overall    The takeaway? High-quality news remains one of the most resilient and valuable parts of the open internet.    That’s why Ad Fontes Media is bringing its real-time news quality signals to Index Marketplaces. This integration helps buyers invest in trusted journalism with greater confidence, while driving quality-led demand for news publishers.    "These publishers provide essential value that AI cannot fully replicate—particularly trusted reporting and thoughtfully curated experiences that help audiences understand what matters most,” said Vanessa Otero, founder and CEO of Ad Fontes Media.    Index Chief Customer Officer Marybeth McGaugh dives deeper into the findings—learn more in the full blog post below.     #AdTech #DigitalAdvertising #OpenInternet #Journalism 

As we wrap up March, a month dedicated to celebrating and amplifying women’s voices, we’re proud to share insights from Adele Wieser, our regional managing director, APAC, featured in Branding in Asia’s IWD Voices series.     Adele’s perspective is a strong reminder that meaningful progress comes from consistent action:     🔁 Fairness isn’t passive. It requires conscious, ongoing effort.  ⚖️ Equity means giving people the support they need to succeed.  🧑⚖️ Inclusion should show up in everyday decisions, not just policies.  🪜 It’s not enough to have a seat at the table. Influence and clear paths to leadership matter.  🧠 Real change happens when we invest in people. Mentorship plays a critical role.     We’re proud to have inspiring women leaders like Adele on our team, who bring this mindset to how we grow and evolve as a business.     Explore Adele’s full perspective in the article linked below.    #WomensLeadership #InclusiveLeadership #Mentorship #FutureOfWork 

Milestones like these deserve a spotlight ✨     We’re recognizing team members who celebrated big moments in their Index journeys this month:     👏 A decade of impact from Adam Bysice, Mohammad Bilal Khan, and Goran Hinic  👏 Five years of contributions from Aniket Shah, Heather Rajan (Dietrich), CPA, CA, Merium Iqbal, CHRP, and J. Ryan Jones     Thank you for the passion, collaboration, and expertise you bring to the team. Here’s to everything you’ve accomplished, and what’s still ahead!     #LifeAtIndex #CareerMilestones #CompanyCulture 

Exciting partnership announcement! Index Exchange isn’t just a globally trusted independent supply-side platform empowering media owners—they’re champions for diversity and immigrant women in tech. Scale Without Borders is thrilled they’re partnering with us and also hosting our event at their stunning office at The Well, 29th & 30th floors. Best part? They are hiring! And their team will be at the event looking to connect with talent like you. Want to meet the team? Come out on March 30th. Whether you identify as a woman or an ally, we want you there. Come out for an engaging program with stunning skyline views, meaningful employer connections, and valuable networking over refreshments. Oh and here's a link with a code: 👉 RSVP and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e4-6wCGY #IWD2026 #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #ImmigrantTalent #Hackathon #CareerOpportunities