Eric Duong
About Eric Duong
Eric Duong serves as the Chief Digital & E Commerce Officer at Charlotte's Web, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in digital marketing and media optimization, having held various leadership roles, including Founder & CEO of Optio Interactive and Advisory Board Member at multiple organizations.
Current Role at Charlotte's Web
Eric Duong serves as the Chief Digital & E Commerce Officer at Charlotte's Web, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing digital strategies and eCommerce initiatives for the company, which is based in Louisville, Colorado. His expertise in digital marketing and eCommerce is expected to drive growth and enhance the company's online presence.
Previous Experience at Optio Interactive Corporation
Eric Duong founded and served as the CEO of Optio Interactive Corporation from 2003 to 2023. Under his leadership, the company provided digital marketing services to both B2B and B2C clients, including Fortune 500 companies. He played a significant role in shaping the company's strategies and offerings in the digital marketing landscape.
Career at Flycast
At Flycast, Eric Duong was instrumental in developing the company's first media optimization platform and audience profiling & targeting platform. He created the first 'interactive media consulting' organization, managing over $100 million in annual media budgets across North America, Europe, and Asia. His contributions significantly impacted the company's operational capabilities.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
Eric Duong has held advisory board positions at multiple organizations. He has been an Advisory Board Member at Adigami since 2009 and previously served in a similar capacity at Adify from 2005 to 2008. At Adify, he contributed to the conception and development of the Private Label Ad Network (PLAN), which was a precursor to modern Demand Side Platforms (DSPs).
Educational Background
Eric Duong studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from 1988 to 1990. He also attended Albany High School and has training in Kojosho Karate. His educational background has provided him with a foundation for his career in digital marketing and eCommerce.