Brian Hickey
About Brian Hickey
Brian Hickey is a Senior Account Executive at Thomson Reuters, with over 20 years of experience in digital media sales across various industries. He has held key positions at notable organizations including The Wall Street Journal, NBCUniversal, and Time Inc., focusing on programmatic solutions and digital partnerships.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Brian Hickey has been serving as a Senior Account Executive at Thomson Reuters since 2022. In this role, he focuses on delivering Reuters Professional services, leveraging his extensive background in digital media sales. His responsibilities include developing strategies that enhance client engagement and drive revenue growth. Hickey's experience in activating programmatic solutions across various digital platforms supports his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at NBCUniversal
Prior to his current role, Brian Hickey worked at NBCUniversal for seven years in various sales director positions. From 2011 to 2015, he served as Sales Director for Digital and Mobile Sales at CNBC, followed by a role as Sales Director for NBC News Digital from 2015 to 2018. In these positions, he developed and executed sales strategies that catered to a diverse range of clients, enhancing NBCUniversal's digital presence.
Background in Digital Media Sales
Brian Hickey has over 20 years of experience in digital media sales, covering regions including the Midwest, Southeast, and Southwest. His career includes significant roles at The Wall Street Journal and Time Inc., where he focused on digital sales strategies. Hickey has a proven track record in activating complete programmatic solutions and developing partnerships across various industries, including luxury, travel, healthcare, and industrial trade.
Education and Expertise
Brian Hickey earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies from Providence College, where he also completed minor certificates in Business Studies and Development of Western Civilization. His educational background complements his professional expertise in digital media sales and strategy, particularly in content development and social amplification, which he applies in his current role.
Career at The Wall Street Journal and Time Inc.
Before joining NBCUniversal, Brian Hickey worked at The Wall Street Journal as an Account Executive from 2004 to 2006, focusing on sales in the Greater Chicago Area. He later joined Time Inc. as an Account Executive for CNNMoney.com, where he worked from 2006 to 2011. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge of digital media and sales strategies.