Dane Blackburn
About Dane Blackburn
Dane Blackburn is a Performance Analyst with extensive experience in digital advertising and campaign management. He has worked for various companies, including MNTN and Grindr, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia.
Current Role at MNTN
Dane Blackburn currently serves as a Performance Analyst at MNTN, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Denver, Colorado, he specializes in video advertising across Over-The-Top (OTT) and Connected TV (CTV) platforms, as well as Online Video (OLV) platforms. His role involves analyzing performance metrics to optimize advertising strategies and improve campaign outcomes.
Previous Experience at MNTN
Before his current role, Dane Blackburn worked at MNTN as a Customer Success Manager from 2021 to 2022. In this position, he focused on ensuring client satisfaction and success with MNTN's advertising solutions. His experience in customer success contributed to his understanding of client needs and how to effectively address them within the advertising landscape.
Professional Background
Dane Blackburn has extensive experience in the advertising and media industries. He worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK as a Digital Optimization Specialist from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he held various roles at Grindr, including Ad Ops Manager and Jr. Project Manager. His career also includes positions at Telemetry as Campaign Manager and at SpotX as both Sr. Analyst and Analyst in Demand Operations.
Education and Expertise
Dane Blackburn earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of Virginia, where he studied English Literature and Critical Theory, as well as Media Studies. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of media dynamics, which he applies in his current role in performance analysis.
Advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Dane Blackburn actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the AdTech industry. His commitment to these principles reflects his understanding of the importance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and success in advertising and media.