Last week, computer scientist Marissa Mayer was named CEO of Yahoo! In the process, the Silicon Valley-based company passed over interim CEO Ross Levinsohn, the candidate favored by many New York media professionals. This occurred despite the fact that Yahoo! is dependent on New York-based media agencies buying its ads. 70% of all US media… Continue reading »
Mike Lazerow is a serial entrepreneur who has started a number of successful companies including Buddy Media, the social media enterprise software company. We spoke to Mike recently about his background, the evolution of the company and the recent acquisition of Brighter Option. The Makegood: Mike, your have founded four successful internet-based media companies: Buddy… Continue reading »
In most respects California’s Silicon Valley has New York City outgunned when it comes to nurturing and growing great technology companies. All of the resources that a startup needs — money, management and engineering talent — are available in abundance in the Valley. But after decades of living in California’s shadow, New York is poised… Continue reading »