Television advertising technology firm Ampersand has announced the appointment of Todd Braverman as its new Chief Revenue Officer. Previously serving as the Executive Vice President and Head of National Sales for a prominent television station group, Braverman brings extensive experience in broadcast sales and strategic partnerships. His role at Ampersand involves overseeing revenue strategies across platforms that offer advertisers tools for data-driven, multiscreen TV advertising. With a focus on strengthening relationships with brands, agencies, and partners, Braverman will guide the company's expansion into addressable and audience-based offerings.
Ampersand is poised to redefine the landscape of television advertising through innovation and transformation. In his new position, Todd Braverman aims to enhance the company’s approach by integrating advanced data and technology with traditional television strengths. Prior to joining Ampersand, Braverman served at Nexstar Media Group, where he managed national network portfolio sales, including The CW, CW Sports, and NewsNation. Additionally, he developed and implemented market strategies for brands and agencies, contributing significantly to Nexstar’s growth.
Before Nexstar, Braverman held the position of Senior Vice President of Agency Sales Lead at Warner Bros. Discovery. There, he oversaw $1.9 billion in advertising revenue and led all agency partnerships spanning entertainment, news, and youth-targeted brands. He was instrumental in launching HBO Max’s ad-supported product and successfully navigated multiple Upfront cycles, demonstrating his ability to drive results in a dynamic industry environment.
Todd Braverman expressed enthusiasm about joining Ampersand during this transformative period for the TV industry. He highlighted Ampersand's unique ability to provide scale, precision, and simplicity for advertisers navigating the modern converged TV landscape. By leveraging television's traditional strengths alongside cutting-edge data and technology, Braverman envisions delivering enhanced solutions to Ampersand’s partners. His collaboration with the talented team at Ampersand aims to unlock further value and propel the company forward.
Ampersand President Mike Dean welcomed Braverman's addition to the team, emphasizing his proven success in building high-performing sales organizations and achieving results amidst the rapidly changing TV market. Braverman’s leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping Ampersand’s future strategy, ensuring alignment between product innovation and client needs.