Vudoo Names Sarah Lawson Johnston as EMEA Managing Director

Portfolio - People | Nov 05, 2024 | Business Cloud

Vudoo Names Sarah Lawson Johnston as EMEA Managing Director

Australian-based advertising commerce technology firm, Vudoo, has appointed Sarah Lawson Johnston as Managing Director for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). With 30 years of invaluable experience in the advertising technology sector, particularly in leadership roles such as Chief Revenue Officer at Covatic and EVP at Hudson MX, Lawson Johnston is expected to drive Vudoo's growth ambitions in the EMEA region. Nick Morgan, Vudoo's founder and CEO, expressed enthusiasm for her joining, citing her expertise as a significant asset to navigate rapidly evolving consumer demands and the fast-growing commerce media landscape. Vudoo, which launched internationally just over a year ago, offers technology that integrates shopping capabilities into online content, contributing to its innovative approach towards collapsing the sales funnel and enhancing closed-loop attribution. The new appointment comes at a pivotal time as Vudoo seeks to expand its footprint in a market deemed crucial to its continued success.

Sectors

  • Advertising Technology
  • Retail and Commerce

Geography

  • Australia – Vudoo is an Australian-based company.
  • Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) – Sarah Lawson Johnston has been appointed as Managing Director for this region, marking it as a key area for Vudoo's growth strategy.

Industry

  • Advertising Technology – The article discusses Vudoo, a company involved in the development and deployment of advertising commerce technology.
  • Retail and Commerce – Vudoo’s technology integrates shopping capabilities into online content, directly impacting the retail and commerce sector.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    VudooCompanyTargetAn Australian advertising commerce technology company expanding its presence in EMEA.
    Sarah Lawson JohnstonPersonEmployeeNewly appointed Managing Director for Vudoo in EMEA with extensive experience in advertising technology.
    Nick MorganPersonCompany ExecutiveFounder and CEO of Vudoo.
    CovaticCompanyPrevious EmployerSarah Lawson Johnston's former company where she served as Chief Revenue Officer.
    Hudson MXCompanyPrevious EmployerA previous employer of Sarah Lawson Johnston where she served as EVP, managing director of agency partnerships for EMEA.
    MediaoceanCompanyPrevious EmployerAn advertising software provider where Sarah Lawson Johnston served as managing director for Europe.