Sure, our research technology is cutting edge.
But it’s our people that make the difference. Our team is passionate about working with you to find innovative ways to measure how your media brand delivers the consumers that advertisers need to reach, the market trends that drive your business, and the actionable insights that will enable you to leave your competitors in the rear view.
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The Coda Executive Team
Craig Michaelson
Chairman
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Craig Michaelson
Chairman
Craig is Chairman of Coda Ventures and Chairman of ADOC the NY investment group that provided the initial funding for Coda. In his role as Chairman, Craig supports Coda with ongoing strategic and financial guidance.
Craig is also Partner and Chief Operating Officer for Prager Metis, a New York-based international accounting firm. As a Partner in the Tax and Advisory Department, he has over 30 years of experience in trusts and estates, Individual and international tax and real estate investments.
Marianne Grogan
President
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Marianne Grogan
President
Tom Robinson
Chief Marketing Officer
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Tom Robinson
Chief Marketing Officer
Ron Mulder
Chief Research Officer
Research & Analytics
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Ron Mulder
Chief Research Officer
Research & Analytics
Ron holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and has taught academic courses in Statistics, Market Research, and Demography.
Dave Storey
Senior Vice President
Key Accounts
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Dave Storey
Senior Vice President
Key Accounts
Prior to working with Coda Ventures, Dave had a 36 year career in the newspaper media business. Dave has extensive experience and success in digital applications and sales, overall sales and marketing efforts, printing, web development, general management and publishing.
Al Getler
Senior Vice President
Key Accounts
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Al Getler
Senior Vice President
Key Accounts
He is also a stand-up comedian, ventriloquist, and a fun guy to hang out with.
Lara Colton
Vice President
Research & Analytics
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Lara Colton
Vice President
Research & Analytics
Lara spent 7+ years with Nielsen/Scarborough as a Senior Research & Sales Analyst, Client Service Representative and Trainer. She worked extensively with print and digital publishers helping them develop sales solutions and providing insights on getting the most ROI from the research. Prior to that, she was with Cox Newspapers as a Senior Research and Market Development Analyst for The Palm Beach Post, creating compelling and successful sales presentations that helped achieve revenue goals.
She started her career on the agency side as a Media Planner and Buyer in Miami and North Carolina. She has a Bachelor’s in Communications and Philosophy from the University of Miami and currently resides in West Palm Beach.
Sergio Razo
Vice President
Client Services
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Sergio Razo
Client Consultant
Sergio is Vice President of Client Services. He is experienced in data-driven storytelling, identifying opportunities and detailing solution-selling strategies in his work with a diversity of media and agency clients. Sergio’s expertise includes the automotive, financial services, healthcare, insurance, online gaming and technology categories.
Sergio spent eight years with Nielsen Scarborough as its print research lead. Previously, he held managerial and data analyst positions at The Arizona Republic in Phoenix, Arizona.
ADOC
Investment Group
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ADOC
Investment Group
ADOC Investment Group is a professional investment consortium specializing in the technology, marketing services and consumer intelligence sectors. ADOC’s leadership team of talented men and women represents a broad array of financial experience and expertise, managing a portfolio that reflects a special passion for investing in and supporting the newspaper industry.