This Entrepreneur Sold Buddy Media For $800M, Now He's A Leading Cannabis Data Expert

Cannabis compliance technology platform Fyllo has promoted Jeff Ragovin from CCO to president.

As head of the commercial department at the Chicago-based company, Ragovin worked closely with CEO Chad Bronstein to establish partnerships, secure investments, and propel the company's expansion among prestigious Fortune 500 clients.

In his new role, Ragovin will drive the development and implementation of cutting-edge data and media solutions for both traditional brands and highly regulated industries. He will also lead the company's efforts to expand its solution, which integrates user targeting and contextual audience extension, ensuring optimal advertising performance in a privacy-compliant environment.

"Jeff's move to the role of president is a logical and timely step forward, given his impressive track record in spearheading our revenue expansion domestically and internationally," Bronstein told Forbes. "His ascension mirrors the organic evolution of Fyllo as we aggressively broaden our horizons, navigating fresh markets and seizing new opportunities."

Ragovin co-founded Buddy Media, a startup he grew over the years to be the world's most significant enterprise social marketing software, only to get acquired by Salesforce Inc CRM for $745 million in 2012.

"My past experiences, including co-founding Buddy Media and steering its acquisition by Salesforce, have equipped me with invaluable insights into identifying strategic opportunities and driving impactful innovation in a rapidly evolving market," Ragovin said.

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